HELP!!! PICK 4 QUESTIONS!!!! What were the four challenges facing the newly independent states? A.The natural (and long-standing) competition between the colonies. B.The task of dealing with foreign nations and keeping them friendly and supportive of the war effort. C.The problem of communication between the armies and between the Congressional leadership. D.The challenge of creating a new government that would be acceptable to the people, yet strong enough to act. E.The challenge of reuniting with Britain and becoming one again.