All of the following statements regarding the Articles of Confederation of 1781 are true EXCEPT:
a. They created a national government that was largely devoid of power, while retaining most of the power in the states.
b. They were intended to pacify those who feared the power of a remote national government.
c. They set forth the country's name, "The United States of America."
d. They allowed for the extradition of fugitives from one state to another for the purpose of facing criminal trial.
e. They established a bicameral legislature, with each state having two votes.
Answer: e. They established a bicameral legislature, with each state having two votes.
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