What are at least two reasons below that the Articles of Confederation, our first form of government, were weak? A.) The federal government could raise taxes.
B.) The federal government could NOT raise taxes.
C.) There was a Supreme Court.
D .) To make any changes required 9 out of 13 states to agree, so things often didn't get done.

B and D

Explanation:

The articles of confederation where very loose documents and allowed for much more state autonomy. This would be a mistake however as states would not cooperate with the federal government. Some states refused to pay taxes. Another example of the failures of the document would be the horrible job states did to attempt and make changes. Since 9/13 states had to agree and every state had it's own interests there was rarely any cooperation. Nothing really got done until the Constitution would be introduced.

abolish

do away with

unanimous

in complete agreement

secede

separate; break free

inauguration

starting a new position with a formal ceremony.

cooperationist

people who wanted the north to cooperate with the south

surrender

to give up

volunteer

perform a service for free

draft

involuntary service in military

retreat

withdraw; move away from enemy

advisor

expert who gives advice

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