Question

Why was a weak national government created under the Articles of Confederation? A. The 13 states had not evolved a national identity. B. The 13 states were wary of a British-style government. C. The 13 states were unwilling to make compromises D. The 13 states had conflicting economic interests

Answer 1

"B. The 13 states were wary of a British-style government" is the best answer but it was a bit more complicated than that. The states wanted to be independent from one another.