Question

What did states fear that made the Articles of Confederation so important?

Answer 1

The Articles of Confederation and Perpetual Union was the first written constitution of the United States. ... A fear of central authority inhibited the creation of such a government, and widely shared political theory held that a republic could not adequately serve a large nation such as the United States.

Answer 2

Answer:

The Articles of Confederation and Perpetual Union was the first written constitution of the United States. ... A fear of central authority inhibited the creation of such a government, and widely shared political theory held that a republic could not adequately serve a large nation such as the United States