Shea's Rebellion and Its Impacts

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, the economic struggles faced by Daniel Shea and other farmers, and the rebellion's impact on the push for a stronger federal government. The rebellion underscored the need for a new constitution, leading to the Philadelphia Constitutional Convention.

What was the primary focus of the video tutorial?

• Shea's Rebellion

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Industrial Revolution

• The American Civil War

What was a major weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

• It provided for a strong union

• It lacked a president and court system

• It had a robust monetary system

• It allowed for a strong federal government

Who was Daniel Shea?

• A revolutionary soldier

• A member of the Constitutional Convention

• A wealthy merchant

• A British general

What economic issue did Daniel Shea face upon returning home?

• He was offered a government position

• He had no debts to pay

• He was given a large sum of money

• He faced numerous tax bills and debts

What action did Shea and his followers take during the rebellion?

• They peacefully petitioned the government

• They shut down courthouses and stopped proceedings

• They joined the British forces

• They moved to another state

What was Thomas Jefferson's view on the rebellion?

• He actively opposed it

• He was indifferent to it

• He thought it was a natural and necessary event

• He believed it was a threat to democracy

What was the outcome of Shea's Rebellion?

• It successfully overthrew the government

• It resulted in a new state being formed

• It was ultimately a failure

• It led to the immediate payment of debts

What was the broader impact of Shea's Rebellion on the United States?

• It caused the Revolutionary War to restart

• It led to the dissolution of the United States

• It resulted in the Articles of Confederation being strengthened

• It highlighted the need for a stronger federal government

Who financed the army that crushed Shea's Rebellion?

• The federal government

• The state of Massachusetts

• Private merchants

• Foreign investors

What was the main lesson learned from Shea's Rebellion?

• The benefits of mob rule

• The necessity of a stronger federal government

• The importance of state independence

• The need for a weaker government