Which of the following caused the phoenicians to rely upon the sea for travel and trade? (4 points) mountains to the east blocked easy access to east and left little land for farming. syrian enemies to the north and east threatened to attack their trade routes. they were unable to cross the tigris river going east. the arabian desert blocked easy access to the southern trading partners.

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.