Question

Why was the money issued by the Continental Congress of little value?

A)The short supply of money caused many to barter for goods.
B) The money did not have enough gold and silver to back it up.
C) England controlled the currency.

Answer 1

Why was the money issued by the Continental Congress of little value?

The money did not have enough gold and silver to back it up.

Answer 2

B) The money did not have enough gold and silver to back it up.

let alone any credit from the government.