Question

Question

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.
(1 point)
Responses

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 Americans

Answer 1

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

• confusion over different state currency: Under the Articles, states could issue their own currency, leading to economic instability and confusion.

While the other options might relate to governance issues, they were not central weaknesses that specifically highlighted the failings of the Articles of Confederation compared to the economy-related issue of currency. The Articles primarily struggled with issues of federal authority and economic regulation, which were key motivators for the Constitutional Convention.