Fries's Rebellion was an uprising in southeastern Pennsylvania in 1799 against the federal government's direct tax on houses and lands. The rebellion was named after its leader, John Fries. While there was some property damage, there were no deaths. However, the rebellion did result in a loss of support for the Federalist Party in Pennsylvania.

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Fries's Rebellion

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Fries's Rebellion:

A) was an uprising in Massachusetts.
B) was provoked because of heavy taxes on whiskey.
C) resulted in over 300 deaths and much property destruction.
D) resulted in a loss of support for Federalists in southeastern Pennsylvania.

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