AP US Historyhardmcq1 pt

Shays' Rebellion (1786–87) influenced the Constitution by

A.exposing the Articles' inability to keep order
B.proving the Articles worked
C.ending slavery
D.starting the Revolution

Explanation

Core Concept

Massachusetts farmers' uprising against debt panicked elites, who saw the weak national government as unable to protect property — a direct spur to the Convention.

Correct Answer

Aexposing the Articles' inability to keep order

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