Shays' Rebellion Explained in One Minute

The video provides a quick overview of Shay's Rebellion, which took place in 1786-1787 in Western Massachusetts. Led by Daniel Shay, the rebellion was fueled by economic injustices faced by ex-revolutionary soldiers. The Shaysites protested against property foreclosures and lack of credit by marching on Springfield and closing courthouses. The rebellion was eventually quashed by a private army, highlighting the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. This event underscored the need for a stronger central government, leading to the Constitutional Convention and the ratification of the US Constitution.

Who led the group known as the Shaysites?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Alexander Hamilton

• Daniel Shay

What was the primary reason for the Shaysites' discontent?

• Disputes over land ownership

• Lack of representation in the government

• High taxes imposed by the government

• Unpaid wages and property foreclosures

What action did the Shaysites take in response to their grievances?

• They marched on Springfield and closed courthouses

• They organized peaceful protests

• They sought assistance from foreign allies

• They petitioned the government for relief

Under which government framework did Shay's Rebellion occur?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Declaration of Independence

• The US Constitution

What significant event did Shay's Rebellion help to prompt?

• The end of the Revolutionary War

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Constitutional Convention

• The drafting of the Bill of Rights