Question

Why was the Articles of Confederations created?(1 point)
Responses

The Continental Congress was drafting a plan for the nation and delegates believed that the colonies needed to be united by a national government to negotiate peace.
The Continental Congress was drafting a plan for the nation and delegates believed that the colonies needed to be united by a national government to negotiate peace.

To show King George III that the colonists could govern themselves.
To show King George III that the colonists could govern themselves.

The Continental Congress wanted to set up a process for George Washington to become President.
The Continental Congress wanted to set up a process for George Washington to become President.

To edit the Declaration of Independence.

Answer 1

The correct response is: **The Continental Congress was drafting a plan for the nation and delegates believed that the colonies needed to be united by a national government to negotiate peace.**

The Articles of Confederation were created as a framework for governance that would unite the colonies, particularly in their efforts for independence and to manage common interests after the Revolutionary War.