Question

What were the major weaknesses of the articles of confederation

Answer 1

The major downfall of the Articles of Confederation was simply weakness. The federal government, under the Articles, was too weak to enforce their laws and therefore had no power. The Continental Congress had borrowed money to fight the Revolutionary War and could not repay their debts.

Answer 2

A few weaknesses from the articles of confederation were...

1. Congress had no power to take/collect taxes
2. There was no branch or system to make sure laws were being carried out
3. Lots of debts were made that couldn't be paid
4. Too many currencies were made and not just 1 currency for the country.

I only listed a few there are plenty more weaknesses.