Due to the fear of a powerful central government, the Articles of Confederation emphasized _______ over order.

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The Articles of Confederation emphasized freedom from national authority over order, as it was designed to keep the national government weak and prevent it from infringing on the rights of the states, reflecting the colonies' experiences and fears of a powerful central government similar to that of Britain.

Due to the Fear of a Powerful Central Government, the Articles