Which is the best description of the impact of shays' rebellion on american politics? a) shays' rebellion was a major factor in the establishment of the anti-federalist party. eliminate b) shays' rebellion exposed the weaknesses of the federal government under the articles of confederation. c) shays' rebellion was a major factor in president washington's decision to only serve two terms in office. d) shays' rebellion led to widespread reform of voting requirements to include all white males who owned property.