AP US Historymediummcq1 pt

The Whiskey Rebellion (1794) was significant because

A.the federal government enforced its authority with force
B.it toppled the government
C.it ended the whiskey tax permanently
D.it was a slave revolt

Explanation

Core Concept

Washington marched troops against tax resisters, proving the new government could enforce laws — unlike under the Articles.

Correct Answer

Athe federal government enforced its authority with force

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