What Was the Significance of Washington's Response to the Whiskey

question 70

Multiple Choice

What was the significance of Washington's response to the Whiskey Rebellion?

• A) His willingness to attend and answer questions at protest meetings demonstrated the government's tolerance of public criticism.
• B) His sympathy and understanding toward the protesters conveyed the message that the government could be trusted to deal fairly with aggrieved groups.
• C) His decisive action made it clear that the national government would not tolerate violent resistance to its laws.
• D) His hesitation in the face of armed rebellion seriously undermined the people's confidence in their new government.

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