YAWP Ch. 6 Reading

In April 1789, what significant event did thousands gather to witness in New York?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The inauguration of the first Congress

• George Washington taking the presidential oath of office

• The ratification of the Constitution

What was the purpose of the Constitution according to the text in Yawp?

• To create a monarchy

• To strengthen the government to withstand internal conflicts

• To abolish state governments

• To establish a national religion

What was the main reason farmers in western Massachusetts were struggling in 1786 and 1787?

• Heavy burden of debt

• Lack of farming tools

• Poor weather conditions

• High taxes on crops

What did the Articles of Confederation fail to provide for the federal government?

• A way to raise revenue

• A strong military force

• A national education system

• A unified currency

Who led the group of armed men known as the "Shaysites"?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Daniel Shays

• Alexander Hamilton

What tactic did the "Shaysites" use to prevent judges from issuing foreclosures?

• Forming blockades around courthouses

• Writing petitions to the government

• Holding peaceful protests

• Negotiating with creditors

What was the main reason for Shays's Rebellion according to the protesters?

• To overthrow the government

• To protect their rights and demand redress for grievances

• To support the British monarchy

• To expand territory

What did James Madison believe Shays's Rebellion demonstrated the need for?

• A stronger central government

• More state autonomy

• A new monarchy

• Increased military presence

What was the primary issue addressed at the Constitutional Convention in 1787?

• The abolition of slavery

• The inability of the federal government to levy taxes

• The expansion of U.S. territory

• The election of a new president

What was James Madison's intention regarding the Articles of Confederation?

• To revise them slightly

• To abolish them completely

• To produce a completely new national constitution

• To strengthen the existing articles