What was the primary reason the authors of the Articles of Confederation created a weak central government?
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Correct answer: They feared a strong government becoming as tyrannical as British rule
Having just fought a war against a centralized monarchy, Americans were wary of concentrated power. They prioritized state sovereignty, resulting in a 'firm league of friendship' rather than a strong unified nation.
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