Mistake Fix

This passage explains how the Articles of Confederation failed because the government was too weak. Without strong central power, the U.S. could not enforce laws or settle disputes between states. Shays’ Rebellion highlighted these problems. In response, the Constitution introduced checks and balances to ensure a stronger but fairer government. The passage concludes that this system still protects citizens’ rights today.

Passages like this strengthen historical comprehension by connecting problems to solutions. Students learn key government vocabulary such as “Articles of Confederation” and “rebellion.” They also develop sequencing skills by tracking events leading to the Constitution. Critical thinking grows as they evaluate why the earlier system failed. These skills improve understanding of nonfiction texts and strengthen overall reading fluency.