The statements below describe some of the conditions faced by Americans in 1785-1786. • British refuse to hand over forts in the Great Lakes region.
• Merchants face special taxes when they sell goods across state lines.
• Shays' Rebellion threatens to spread from Massachusetts to other states.
What was one result of these events?
George Washington and other army leaders decided to take over the government.
Most Americans decided they wanted to return to British rule.
Many Americans decided that the government under the Articles of Confederation was not strong enough.
British leaders began preparing to attack the United States.