Read this quotation by jefferson davis, president
of the confederacy.
what do his words reveal about the south's
attitude at the start of the civil war? check all of
the boxes that apply.
0 southerners were fighting for freedom.
o southerners were willing to give their lives for
their cause.
southerners were eager to find a peaceful
path to independence.

Select the five weaknesses of the articles of confederation. congress could not declare war or establish an army. congress could not levy taxes. congress could not control trade. not all the states were represented in congress. no national court system. no executive to enforce the laws. congress could not negotiate with foreign governments. the national government could not borrow money. nine of the states had to agree to pass a law.