Question

The following Free Response question has two part.
Name two weaknesses of the Article of Confederation. for each weakness explain how that weakness led to the writing of the US Constitution.
Format your answer as follow:
1. Naming the first weakness, then the explanation of how that weakness led to the writing of the US Constitution. ( in 1 sentence)
2. Naming the second weakness, then the explanation of how that weakness led to the writing of the US Constitution. (1 sentence)
The response cannot exceed 50 words

Answer 1

1. Weakness: Lack of centralized power. This led to the writing of the US Constitution as it became evident that a stronger central government was needed to effectively govern the nation and address interstate issues.

2. Weakness: Inability to enforce laws and collect taxes. This weakness necessitated the writing of the US Constitution to establish a system of taxation and enforceable laws that would provide the government with the necessary resources to function effectively.