Question

Why were Americans fearful of a strong central government?

Answer 1

They were scared that they would abuse the rights of the people

Answer 2

Answer:

Feared they would abuse the rights of the people

Explanation:

After we gained our independence from Great Britain, we feared that the country would fall under the same fate as it did under British rule, which would have made the American Revolution pointless. We didn't want America to fall under tyranny or for the government to abuse the rights of the people.

The states wanted their own power to help avoid another situation like King George III having absolute power.