USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Under the Articles, the states, not Congress, had the power to tax. Congress could raise money only by asking the states for funds, borrowing from foreign governments, and selling western lands. In addition, Congress could not draft soldiers or regulate trade.

Detailed explanation-2: -The national government had few powers. It could coin money, direct the post office, and negotiate with foreign powers, including Native American tribes. To raise money or soldiers, it could only request that the states provide what was needed.

Detailed explanation-3: -Congress had no power to tax – Under the Articles of Confederation, we wanted to preserve local power by putting the power of taxation in the hands of the individual states. The idea was that if the Congress needed money, it would have to ask for donations from the states.

Detailed explanation-4: -Under the Articles of Confederation, the central government had no power to enforce any legislation it passed. Congress was denied the power to tax, and could only request money from the states.

Detailed explanation-5: -Enforcing laws, regulating commerce, administering justice, and levying taxes were powers reserved to the states.