What are some weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation that caused the need for a new and stronger federal government that the framers outlined in the Constitution? Select all that apply.

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how to resolve disputes between states over land
how to resolve disputes between states over land

differences in opinions on how to establish a federal educational system
differences in opinions on how to establish a federal educational system

confusion over different state currency
confusion over different state currency

how to set up reserved land for Native American

Answer 1

The weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation that contributed to the need for a new and stronger federal government, as outlined in the Constitution, include:

1. How to resolve disputes between states over land - The Articles of Confederation did not provide a strong mechanism for resolving interstate disputes, which often led to conflicts and a lack of cooperation among states.

2. Confusion over different state currency - The Articles gave each state the power to issue its own currency, leading to a chaotic financial system and making trade difficult between states.

The other options regarding educational systems and reserved land for Native Americans were not primary weaknesses or issues that directly led to the need for a stronger federal government in the context of the Articles of Confederation.