EARLY AMERICA

Which early America domestic crisis represented the first major test of the national government’s ability to enforce its laws within the states?

• XYZ Affair

• Whiskey Rebellion

• Alien and Sedition Acts

• Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions

Which of these BEST describes the concept of “strict construction”?

• Which of these BEST describes the concept of “strict construction”?

• the Judicial Branch should only hear cases on a “strict” schedule.

• the Constitution’s powers should be carried out literally

• adding amendments to the Constitution based on the desires of a majority of Americans

Which choice would be the best title for this causes-and-effects?

• French-American Alliance in 1778

• Native American Campaigns

• Political Parties

• Revolutionary War

The Whiskey Rebellion was significant in U.S. history MAINLY because

• the states proved that they could nullify federal laws.

• the forces of prohibition achieved a ban on alcoholic beverages.

• the states were able to pass legislation reversing a national tax.

• the federal government used force to enforce the laws of the land.

Which of these was a precedent set by the first President of the United States, George Washington?

• the popular election of the President

• the tradition of only serving two terms

• naming nine Justices to the Supreme Court

• addressing the Chief Executive as as "Your Highness"

In this passage, George Washington warns that conflicts between political parties can lead to

• one all-powerful individual.

• civil war.

• more personal freedom.

• the best leadership.

Why did most Americans consider Jay's Treaty to be unsuccessful?

• France failed to follow through on their promises.

• Spain failed to follow through on their promises.

• Britain failed to follow through on their promises.

• None of the above

Fundamentally, the dispute between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton came down to the fact that

• Jefferson believed that political parties were necessary, while Hamilton believed that political parties were an unnecessary burden on the legislative process.

• Since Jefferson was a native of Virginia, he was a supporter of slavery and southern interests while Hamilton, from New York, represented northern industrial interests.

• Jefferson thought that the US should not be involved in foreign affairs, while Hamilton recognized that, to be a great power, the US had to involve itself in the affairs of Europe.

• Jefferson thought a strong central government would infringe on the rights of the people, while Hamilton believed that the central government needed to be strong to protect the rights of all.

Based on the map, during which year did Lewis and Clark travel on different routes some of the time?

• 1807

• 1804

• 1806

• 1805

During the early 1800s the British Navy began to take U.S. sailors and sea merchants captive, forcing them to work on British ships. What was this practice called?

• Arrest

• Impressment

• Imprisonment

• Slavery