Question

What were four weaknesses of the articles of confederation?

Answer 1

1) The national government could not force the states to obey its laws.2) It did not have the power to tax.3 It did not have the power to enforce laws.4) Congress lacked strong and steady leadership.5) There was no national army or navy.

Answer 2

The four weaknesses of the articles of confederation were..........

-system of checks and balances

-Congress had no power to tax

-the central government lacked strong powers

-Congress could not control trade or commerce