Multiple Choice
Why did it take the Continental Congress several years to ratify the Articles of Confederation?
A) Fighting the war was a higher priority than creating a new national government.
B) Many Patriots feared that any national government,no matter how weak,would eventually abuse its power.
C) There was disagreement over how many votes each state should have in the new Congress.
D) Disputes over western land claims led some states to block ratification.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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