Foreign Affairs in the Young Nation

What was a goal of the Monroe Doctrine?

• to put an end to attacks on U.S. ships

• to stop the impressment of U.S. sailors

• to encourage foreign trade with European merchants

• to prevent European interference in the Americas

Which event challenged the foreign policy of President John Adams?

• attacks on U.S. ships

• France's refusal to pay loans

• revolutions in Latin America

• British impressment of U.S. sailors

Which action increased tension between the United States and Great Britain in 1807?

• The United States increased taxes on British goods.

• The British killed 21 American sailors.

• The United States limited British immigration.

• The British demanded for money to protect U.S. ships.

As stated in his Farewell Address, which term best describes President Washington's foreign policy?

• aggression

• isolationism

• colonial expansion

• alliance expansion

What could have prevented the Battle of New Orleans?

• stronger armies

• better leadership

• faster communication

• thoughtful negotiations

Who was hurt most by Jefferson's embargo on trade?

• France

• Great Britain

• North African pirates

• American sea workers

Which achievement occurred during the administration of John Adams?

• The nation was at peace.

• The country grew in size.

• Political parties lost their power.

• Alliances with other countries were strengthened.

After going to war with each other, Great Britain and France seized U.S. merchant ships in order to

• force the United States into the war.

• pressure the United States into becoming an ally.

• get the United States to pay ransoms for their ships.

• prevent the United States from supplying their enemy.

Which country was most responsible for the change in U.S. foreign policy at the end of the 18th century?

• Spain

• Mexico

• Canada

• Great Britain

Why were the War Hawks eager to go to war with Great Britain in 1812?

• They hoped to build a stronger navy.

• They hoped to drive the British out of Canada.

• They wanted revenge for Great Britain's colonial policies.

• They wanted to end the British blockade of U.S. ports.