Question

1. which event highlighted the weaknesses of the articles of confederation? a) the signing of the constitution b) shays rebellion c) the american revolution d) the drafting of the declaration of independence 8. what was one main reason farmers participated in shays rebellion? a) they wanted to establish a new government. b) they faced heavy taxes and debt. c) they sought to expand their territories. d) they were unhappy with the northwest ordinance.

Explanation:

1. For question 7, Shay's Rebellion showed that the national government under the Articles of Confederation was too weak to deal with civil unrest, highlighting its weaknesses. The other events are not related to highlighting the Articles' weaknesses.
2. For question 8, farmers in Shay's Rebellion were mainly protesting heavy taxes and debt they faced due to economic hardships in the post - Revolutionary War period.

Answer:

1. B. Shay's Rebellion
2. B. They faced heavy taxes and debt.