EXT: Exit Ticket: Shays' Rebellion Quiz

What was one of the main impacts of Shays' Rebellion?

• It strengthened the Articles of Confederation.

• It displayed the weakness of the Articles of Confederation.

• It led to the end of the American Revolution.

• It resulted in the creation of the Bill of Rights.

What did Shays' Rebellion convince Americans of?

• The need for a strong state government.

• The need for a strong federal government.

• The need for more taxes.

• The need for a new monarchy.

What was a weakness of the Articles of Confederation highlighted by Shays' Rebellion?

• No power to declare war.

• No power to collect taxes.

• No power to print money.

• No power to regulate trade.

What was another weakness of the Articles of Confederation according to the document?

• No power to make laws.

• No army to stop rebellion.

• No power to elect a president.

• No power to build roads.

Who led the uprising against Massachusetts during Shays' Rebellion?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Daniel Shays

• Benjamin Franklin

Why were veterans like Shays returning home to be summoned to court?

• For unpaid taxes

• For unpaid debts

• For unpaid fines

• For unpaid rent

What was a consequence for veterans who could not pay their debts?

• They were given more time to pay.

• They were sent to jail.

• They were given government jobs.

• They were sent to another state.

Why could Shays not pay his debts?

• He was not paid for his military service.

• He lost his job.

• He spent all his money on land.

• He was taxed heavily.

Which event highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and led to the Constitutional Convention?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence.

• Shays' Rebellion.

• The Battle of Yorktown.

• The ratification of the Bill of Rights.

What did Shays' Rebellion help Americans realize they needed?

• A strong national government
• A stronger militia
• A common currency
• The ability to sign peace treaties