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In History / High School | 2014-11-25

Which statement about Shays' Rebellion is false?

A. Many among the Massachusetts militia joined the rebels.
B. Daniel Shays resigned from the Continental Army.
C. The central government provided troops to quell the rebellion.
D. Poor farmers could be sent to debtor's prison.

Asked by mazylu

Answer (2)

The answer is d. All of the other answers are true

Answered by Porshia | 2024-06-10

The false statement about Shays' Rebellion is A, as the majority of the Massachusetts militia did not join the rebels. Options B, C, and D are true regarding the events and causes of the rebellion. Many economic hardships faced by farmers led to the uprising, and imprisonment for debt was a real threat at that time.
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Answered by Porshia | 2025-06-17

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