Early Republic (Wash- Jefferson)

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Why is the year 1803 significant to U.S. history?

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The United States doubled in size.

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All the following were problems faced by leaders during the Early Republic EXCEPT - conducting a war against Spain, maintaining national security, defining authority of the national government, creating a stable economic system

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conducting a war against Spain

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During the Early Republic period, why were some Americans in favor of protective tariffs? Businesses in northern states thought it would help buy American goods, it would allow Southern plantation owners to borrow money from banks, the federal government could then lower the income tax rates, it would enable Americans to buy foreign products.

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Businesses in northern states thought it would help buy American goods

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What resulted with the passage of the Judiciary Act during the Washington administration?

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Supreme Court and federal courts system was created

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Which success of Thomas Jefferson is reflected by the unorganized territory of the United States?

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France sold the lands of Louisiana

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In what year was the Louisiana Purchase?

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1803

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Which Founding Father's contributions are described by being the first vice president of the U.S., the second president of the U.S., and promoting the cause of independence at the Continental Congress?

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John Adams

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Who does this best describe? -supported farmers -responsible for doubling the size of the US -Killed the economy with the Embargo Act

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Thomas Jefferson

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Which controversial legislation of President John Adam's administration restricted citizens from criticizing the government?

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the Alien and Sedition Acts

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How did Washington's "Farewell Address" influence American foreign policy?

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the U.S. attempted to remain neutral with foreign powers through the 19th century