“Perhaps the greatest service rendered by the Articles of Confederation was the impetus its shortcomings gave to those who favored a strong central government.” discuss

Analytical Essay 1 “Perhaps the greatest service rendered by the Articles of Confederation was the impetus its shortcomings gave to those who favored a strong central government.” Support this statement by comparing the Articles of Confederation with the Constitution. What were the powers of government under the Articles of Confederation? What were the weaknesses? Include in your discussion the Constitutional Convention, plans proposed and compromises reached. Conclude with a discussion of the debate over constitutional ratification. (i.e., The Federalist Papers and the Bill of Rights)