Question

Why was a weak national government created under the Articles of Confederation?

The 13 states had not evolved a national identity.

The 13 states were wary of a British-style government.

The 13 states were unwilling to make compromises.

The 13 states had conflicting economic interests.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

I guessed D but got it wrong

Answer 3

The Articles of Confederation, the first official government of the United States had many serious weaknesses.

1) Under the Articles there was only a unicameral (Having or consisting of a single legislative chamber) legislature so that there was no separation of powers.
2) The central government under the Articles was too weak since the majority of the power rested with the states.
3) Congress, under the Articles, did not have the power to tax which meant that they could never put their finances in order.
4) In order to change or amend the Articles, unanimous approval of the states was required which essentially meant that changes to the Articles were impossible.
5) For any major laws to pass they had to be approved by 9 or the 13 states which proved difficult to do so that even the normal business of running a government was difficult.
6) Under the Articles, Congress did not have the power to regulate commerce which will cause competition between states as well as diplomatic issues,