Unit 5 Test Review 24-25

The Whiskey Rebellion proved to be a challenging moment in U.S. history during the 1790s. How did these events challenge the U.S. government?

• It was the first time southern states opposed northern states in the United States.

• It was the first test of federal authority in the United States.

• It was the first time federal taxes were introduced in the United States.

• It was the first test of state cooperation in the United States.

Which reason best completes the diagram?

• Requirements of an alliance with France

• Interest in conquering territories in South America

• British impressment of U.S. sailors

• Abolition of state militias

Which action completes this diagram of Alexander Hamilton's Plan to Improve the U.S. Economy?

• oversee state government agencies

• regulate the creation of new businesses

• establish a national bank

• eliminate protective tariffs

This list provides examples of —

• topics discussed during the Second Constitutional Convention

• domestic issues faced by the leaders of the new republic

• weaknesses of the government under the Articles of Confederation

• issues leading to the ratification of the first constitutional amendments

Which problem did George Washington encounter when he became president?

• Southern states were threatening to secede from the Union.

• The United States had large debts from the American Revolution.

• Great Britain was refusing to trade with the United States.

• The Articles of Confederation needed to be replaced with a stronger constitution.

This map shows principles included in —

• Jay's Treaty

• the Monroe Doctrine

• Pinckney's Treaty

• the Great Compromise

Read the excerpt and answer the question that follows. "The great rule of conduct for us in regard to foreign nations is in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible. —President George Washington, Farewell Address, 1796 Why did President Washington give this advice about the future of U.S. foreign policy?"

• To end European colonization in the Western Hemisphere

• To avoid being drawn into European wars

• To use trade embargoes to stay neutral

• To encourage economic growth through the transatlantic slave trade

Which pair contributed to the development of political parties in the United States?

• Continental Army, English Army

• George Washington, Paul Revere

• Virginia Plan, New Jersey Plan

• Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton

The idea expressed in this quote is that the United States should avoid — "History and experience prove that foreign influence is one of the most baneful foes of Republican government . . . . It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances." —President George Washington’s Farewell Address, 1796

• becoming involved in the political affairs of other countries

• being a part of a global trade network

• establishing U.S. territories overseas

• allowing U.S. citizens to emigrate

Which of these best summarizes the Monroe Doctrine?

• The immigration of Europeans to the United States must be discouraged.

• International peace can be maintained without complicated alliances.

• The power to nullify federal laws is necessary to preserve sovereignty.

• Further colonization of the Americas by European countries is prohibited.