Why did the continental Congress Mike the federal government week when it drew of the articles of confederation?

The Continental Congress designed the federal government to be weak under the Articles of Confederation to prevent the central authority from becoming too powerful, reflecting their experiences under British rule. They aimed to preserve the sovereignty of individual states and foster a system where states retained most of their authority, resulting in a lack of federal power to enforce laws, collect taxes, or regulate commerce effectively. This ultimately led to significant challenges, highlighting the need for a stronger federal structure, which was later addressed in the U.S. Constitution.