George Washington and other conservatives incorrectly assumed that Shays' Rebellion was __________.

A. a meaningless riot by ignorant rabble
B. a class conflict pitting poor against rich
C. the result of too many armed farmers
D. a call for revisions to the Articles of Confederation


Answer: B

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