Shays Rebellion

The title of the article includes the phrase "Crisis in the Infant Republic". In this case, "Infant Republic" means...

• The United States was young and new

• The United States was immature like a child

• The United States was whiny like a baby

• The United States had a dirty diaper

In Massachusetts, what was the consequence for a farmer who did not pay his debt (money owed to the state)?

• Police seized control of their farm.

• They were put in prison.

• There was no consequence. The government helped them pay their debt.

What actions did farmers take to show their anger towards the government of Massachusetts? (Use the question words to create a complete sentence)

Before Daniel Shays led the rebellion against the government, what was his former job?

• Pilot

• Captain in the Continental Army

• Shaysite

• Baker

Why did business owners want to see Shays' Rebellion fail?

• Shay always dined and dashed at their restaurants.

• They were owed money by the farmers and wanted it paid back.

• They were friends with the governor of Massachusetts.

True or False: Daniel Shays army put up a strong fight against the Massachusetts military.

• True

• False

According to the text, why were people in the United States unhappy after the American Revolution?

• They were angry about the treatment of people in debt.

• They wished the British would come back.

• They hated the Articles of Confederation

Why was a stronger central (national) government seen as necessary after Shays' rebellion? Answer in a complete sentence.