The Early Republic

Which was NOT a precedent set by Washington?

• Serving for two terms.

• Remaining neutral.

• Organizing the government.

• Creating a two-party system.

A precedent is an event or decision that serves as an ____________ for future, similar circumstances.

Why did the Federalists pass the Alien and Sedition Acts?

• To protect the government from its critics and enemies.

• To protect the president.

• To help French-born people become American citizens faster.

• To allow for more Federalists newspapers.

What amendment did the Sedition Act violate?

• 1st

• 2nd

• 3rd

• 4th

Which of the following statements reflects the significance of Marbury v. Madison?

• It confirmed the Supreme Court’s power to declare acts of Congress unconstitutional.

• It meant that the Supreme Court had to hear every case brought before it.

• It allowed for presidents to appoint judges at midnight.

• It established judicial review.

 

Use the headline below to answer question.

 

“Jefferson’s action expands the power of the President”

 

The headline was referring to which of the following actions?

• Jefferson ordering Madison not to deliver the midnight judge appointments.

• Jefferson purchasing the Louisiana territory from France.

• Jefferson encouraging Congress to pass the Embargo Act.

• Jefferson sending the marines to fight the Barbary pirates.

Which of the following is the primary reason why Lewis and Clark were sent on their expedition in 1803?

• To carefully map out the Mississippi River.

• To invite Native American chiefs to Washington DC.

• To find a water route to the Pacific Ocean.

• To find former French fur traders.

What type of powers are those LISTED within the Constitution?

• Reserved

• Expressed

• Implied

• Inherent

Which powers are given through the Necessary and Proper Clause?

• Reserved

• Expressed

• Implied

• Inherent

When Jefferson bought the Louisiana territory, he did it because it felt it was in the best interest of the country. Historians argue that both the implied and __________ powers were used.

• Inherent

• Reserved

• Concurrent

• Expressed