Shea's Rebellion and Its Impact

The video discusses Shea's Rebellion, a pivotal event in American history that highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. It explains the concept of federalism and the economic struggles faced by Daniel Shea, a Revolutionary War veteran. The rebellion, driven by economic distress and lack of government support, led to a call for a stronger federal government, ultimately influencing the Constitutional Convention of 1787.

What was the primary focus of the video tutorial?

• The American Civil War

• The drafting of the Declaration of Independence

• The significance of Shea's Rebellion

• The life of Thomas Jefferson

What was a major weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

• It allowed for a strong federal government

• It lacked a president and court system

• It had a robust monetary system

• It provided for a strong union

Who was Daniel Shea?

• A wealthy merchant from Boston

• A British loyalist

• A delegate at the Constitutional Convention

• A revolutionary soldier and farmer

What economic challenge did farmers in western Pennsylvania face?

• Lack of access to trade routes

• High wages for farm laborers

• Excessive agricultural production

• Demand for hard currency by merchants

What action did Shea and his followers take?

• They formed a new political party

• They petitioned the British government

• They organized peaceful protests

• They shut down courthouses

What was Thomas Jefferson's view on the rebellion?

• He called for immediate military intervention

• He was indifferent to the rebellion

• He supported the idea of rebellion as a natural right

• He believed it was a threat to democracy

What was the Riot Act?

• An act to reduce taxes on farmers

• A measure to suspend habeas corpus

• A law to promote peaceful assembly

• A treaty with Native American tribes

What was the outcome of Shea's Rebellion?

• It successfully reformed the Articles of Confederation

• It led to the immediate payment of soldiers' debts

• It failed but highlighted the need for a stronger government

• It resulted in the independence of western Pennsylvania

Who financed the army that crushed Shea's Rebellion?

• Private merchants

• The state of Massachusetts

• The federal government

• Foreign investors

What was the broader impact of Shea's Rebellion on American governance?

• It caused a return to British rule

• It resulted in the abolition of state governments

• It prompted the drafting of a stronger constitution

• It led to the dissolution of the United States