He/she is expressing the idea that the Articles of Confederation are going to make it difficult for the country to advance (because they make the central government too weak)
"libations offering milk and honey, then sweet wine, then pure water; over these scattered white barley meal - sacrifice a splendid barren heifer - precious gifts; the best black ram in all the flocks" Source:https://quizlet.com/14122837/odyssey-comprehension-books-11-18-flash-cards/
Answer:
On April 2, 1792 the Mint act was passed.