Under the articles of confederation, a. the federal government could not impose taxes. b. there were three branches of government. c. washington, d. c. was declared the nation's capitol. d. the "star-spangled banner" was to be played before every baseball game.

freedom of speech is also protected by the 1 amendment.

explanation:

here is pretty much what the 1st amendment says:

congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.