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What method did party bosses use to maintain the power of their political machines?

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.

Explain why american modernist writers might have perceived the world as chaotic in the early part of the 20th century. should be at least 250 words.