Shays's Rebellion

question 47

Multiple Choice

Shays's Rebellion:

• A) used the example of the Revolution and the terminology of liberty in organizing.
• B) was aimed at the Vermont government, which was especially hard on debtors.
• C) ended only because the Confederation government used force to put it down.
• D) had the support of George Washington, but not of Thomas Jefferson.
• E) arose from the struggle to ratify the Constitution in 1787-1788.

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Definitions:

Syndesmosis

A type of fibrous joint in which two bones are joined together by a ligament or a membrane, allowing for slight movement.

Gomphosis

Fibrous joint in which a peglike process fits into a hole.

Symphysis

A type of cartilaginous joint where bones are fused together by fibrocartilage, providing strength with limited movement.

Fibrocartilage

A tough type of cartilage found at the intersections of tendons, ligaments, and bones, providing strength and flexibility.