Early Republic

Marbury v. Madison was significant because it -

• reinforced federal authority over American Indian affairs

• confirmed the power of Congress to regulate interstate commerce

• established the practice of judicial review by the supreme court

• upheld the power of the electoral college to choose the president

Washington's Farewell Address gave a warning for the New Republic against

• getting involved in foreign affairs

• giving the states too much power

• the National Bank

Washington's foreign policy was-

• isolation and neutrality

• involvement and alliance

• alliances and isolation

Answer explanation

Stay out of other country's battles and don't form alliances!

What was significant about the Whiskey Rebellion? tricky one, so make sure you read carefully!

• it was the first time the southern states opposed the nothern states

• it was the first test of federal authority in the U.S.

• it was the first time federal taxes were introduced

• it was the first test of state cooperation

Answer explanation

Federal authority (power) was tested and proved to be STRONG because the gov't stopped the rebellion with the army!

Why did President Monroe introduce the Monroe Doctrine to Congress?

• to strengthen political alliances with European allies

• to address European competition for natural resources

• to increase U.S. military readiness for European expansionism

• to prevent European intervention in countries near the U.S.

Answer explanation

Monroe Doctrine was a warning to Europe to stay on their side of the world!

Which letter represents the land that was acquired by Thomas Jefferson in 1803?

• B

• C

• D

• F

Answer explanation

Jefferson purchased the Louisiana Territory in 1803 from France!

Which of these people would be a supported of FREE ENTERPRISE?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Which of the following was NOT a cause of the War of 1812?

• The British Navy captured American trading ships and forced sailors to fight for the British.

• British trade restrictions on the US.

• British support of Native Americans in an effort to limit or stop westward expansion.

• The bombing of Pearl Harbor.

What peace treaty ended the War of 1812?

• Versailles

• Paris

• Westphalia

• Ghent

Which of the following best describes Washington's Farewell Address?

• An open letter of advice and warning to the American people.

• A statement indicating that Washington would seek a third term if the people demanded it of him.

• A declaration of independence from Great Britain.

• A resignation letter indicating that Washington quit his position as General of the Continental Army.