Early Republic (1787-1824)

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How did the Monroe Doctrine contradict statements in George Washington's farewell address?

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Washington believed America should stay out of foreign affairs but the Monroe Doctrine took a stance on foreign involvement in Latin America.

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Which of the following precedents did President Washington set?
Options:
He decided to not run for a third term,
He decided to pay all of our debts,
He named well known people as governors in many states,
He decided to move the capitol to Boston

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He decided to not run for a third term

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How did Britain and France violate the neutrality of American ships?

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they seized American ships and cargo

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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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Which action contributed to the beginning of the War of 1812? Options: impressment of American sailors into the British navy, attacks on American ships by the Barbary Coast pirates, seizure of American ships by the Spanish navy, violations of American fishing rights on the Great Lakes

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impressment of American sailors into the British navy

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In what year was the Louisiana Purchase?

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1803

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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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During the Early Republic period, why were some Americans in favor of protective tariffs?

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Businesses in northern states thought it would help them compete with European imports.

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Which issue would be supported by Thomas Jefferson, but rejected by Alexander Hamilton? Options: a strong business culture, a national bank, an expansion of state's rights, an anti-French policy

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an expansion of state's rights

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

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The United States doubled in size.