Using the information you have learned from Module 5, your readings, and the comparison question before, please explain in 2 sentences why you think the weaknesses in the Articles of Confederation caused the creation and ratification of the Constitution of the United States. Please use 2-3 pieces of evidence to support your answer in your own words. (Use 8 year old words pls)

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The Articles of Confederation didn't work well because they didn’t let the government collect taxes or have a strong army, which made it hard to solve problems. This is why people decided to create the Constitution, so the new government could collect money and protect the country better.