You live in the city of Vicksburg, set on high bluffs above the Mississippi River, Vicksburg is vital to the control of the river. The confederate defenses are strong. But the Union female is determined to take the town. For weeks you have been surrounded and besieged. Cannon shells burst overhead, day and night. Some have fallen on nearby homes. Supplies of food are running low.

Question: How would you survive this siege?

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.