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Shays' Rebellion (1786-1787) in Massachusetts highlighted which significant weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

A The inability of the central government to regulate interstate commerce.
B The lack of a strong national army to suppress domestic unrest.
C The absence of a national court system to resolve disputes.
D The excessive power held by individual state legislatures.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Shays' Rebellion exposed the Confederation government's inability to raise an effective national army to protect property and maintain order, demonstrating the need for a stronger federal authority.

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