Shays's Rebellion Was Significant Because It Demonstrated

question 81

Multiple Choice

Shays's Rebellion was significant because it demonstrated

• A) that land distribution policies were out of date.
• B) that controversies over the emancipation of slaves could turn violent.
• C) that Congress's attempts to pass pro-debtor laws were unpopular with farmers.
• D) the need for a stronger central government.
• E) the chaotic nature of Indian policy after the Battle of Fallen Timbers.

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Definitions:

Autonomous

The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision independently.

Moral Development

The growth of an individual's understanding of right and wrong, including the formation of ethical and moral beliefs throughout life.

Piaget

A Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work on children's cognitive development, proposing stages through which children progress as they grow.

Kohlberg

Referring to Lawrence Kohlberg, a psychologist known for his theory of moral development which is based on the concept of moral reasoning.