How did the articles of confederation address the people's fears of a
tyrannical government?

The articles of the confederation strengthen the power of the states over the central government.

Explanation:

The Articles of confederation resulted in the following:

- Freedom for the states to resolve any conflict/dispute that happened within their border

- Ability for the stated to regulate their own taxation

- Ability for the states to form their own currencies

- Ability for the states to determine the tariffs and subsidies that shall be imposed to the products in their region

All of these ability made the states become more powerful than the central government since they have more budget to be allocated to local military compared to the central government due to the economic power. This make the people who feel that the central government will turn into tyranny feel safer, since they believe that their state will intervene before that happen.

What can the reader infer about Deacon Hawkins' standing in the community?

He is disliked because he has a reputation for doing whatever it takes to win.

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He is considered an eligible bachelor and a desirable potential husband.

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He is ignorant of practical matters, such as the necessary steps for purchasing a horse.

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He is believed to be an easy adver

He is considered an eligible bachelor and a desirable potential husband.

Explanation:

Deacon Hawkins from the book "How the Widow won the Deacon", is a respected member of the community who is considered an eligible bachelor.

Tongues begin to wag when he starts making advances at Sister Spicer and takes her sleighing.