Question

What did the American colonists wish to avoid by adopting a confederation as their

form of government?

Answer 1

American colonist wished to avoid a too powerful central government. Many American colonist were not pleased with the power of the British government and wanted the power to be within the states.

Answer 2

They tried petitioning and protesting for peaceful resolve, but eventually british staged military intervention. Afterwards there was some violent riots.

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