Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
The lack of a central government during the Revolutionary War was a weakness for the Americans because:
1. It made it difficult to make quick decisions and coordinate efforts effectively on the battlefield.
2. There was less popular support for independence without a central authority to rally and unite the people.
3. Talent and skill are not directly tied to the presence or absence of a central government.
4. The option of "too powerful a control structure" is not applicable as the question is about the lack of a central government, not an excessively strong one.
In summary, the lack of a central government weakened the Americans by hindering their ability to coordinate and respond quickly, as well as reducing popular support for independence. Talent and a powerful control structure are not directly related to the absence of a central government.