Question

Under the Articles of Confederation, the government faced many challenges. The passage of the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 was considered one of the primary successes of the period.

Why was the Northwest Ordinance important?
Group of answer choices

It solved the problem of slavery by banning it in every state within the United States

It was way ahead of its time in establishing the right to vote for all women in the Northwest Territory

It established a system of taxation that required all states to contribute to the expenses of maintaining the Northwest Territory.

It addressed the need for government in the Northwest Territory and established precedents for future governing of the United States.

Answer 1

Correct answer is It addressed the need for government in the Northwest Territory and established precedents for future governing of the United States.

Step-by-step explanation:

First option is not correct as this was not solved until the Lincoln's Proclamation of Emancipation.

Second option is not correct as according to it women didn't gain right to vote.

Third option is not correct as this wasn't resolved with the Ordinance.

Only the last option is correct as this is regarded as the most important accomplishment of the Ordinance.