Which of the following was one event that convinced early american leaders that the articles of confederation needed to be replaced by a document that would provide for a stronger central government? a. the nullification crisis b. shays' rebellion c. the boston tea party d. the outbreak of the war of 1812

How did the boston massacre contribute to the writing of the declaration of independence? a. many colonists began to see the british government as a source of protection. b. many colonists began to see the british government as a supporter of free speech. c. many colonists began to oppose the british government's building of forts on the frontier. d. many colonists began to fear the british government's harsh actions toward the colonies.