Early American Government Major Flashcard Study Guide Two

Front

What was the central ideology of the Federalist Party as it relates to the power of the government?

Back

A strong federal government with many powers will help the country grow and prosper.

Answer explanation

The central ideology of the Federalist Party advocated for a strong central government to maintain order, promote economic growth, and ensure the unity of the nation, contrasting with the belief in states' rights and limited federal power held by their opponents.

Front

Why did the United States declare war on the British in 1812?

Back

The abduction of American seamen by the British Navy

Answer explanation

The United States declared war on Britain in 1812 primarily due to ongoing maritime disputes, including impressment of American sailors, restrictions on trade, and British support for Native American attacks against American expansion.

Front

Which type of person would join the Democratic-Republican Party?

Back

A small-farmer from North Carolina who recently emigrated from Ireland.

Answer explanation

Individuals who favored agrarian interests, states' rights, and a strict interpretation of the Constitution, often including farmers and rural citizens, would typically join the Democratic-Republican Party.

Front

Which of the following was Alexander Hamilton against?

Back

An agricultural-based economy

Answer explanation

Alexander Hamilton was against an agricultural-based economy because he believed it would limit economic growth, reduce the nation's capacity for industrial development, and make the United States overly dependent on foreign markets and agricultural exports.

Front

Why were the Democratic-Republicans against the creation of the National Bank?

Back

The power to create a government-controlled bank was not in the Constitution.

Answer explanation

The Democratic-Republicans opposed the creation of the National Bank because they believed it concentrated too much power in the federal government, favored wealthy elites, and contradicted their interpretation of the Constitution, which they argued did not explicitly grant the federal government the authority to establish a bank.