Foreign Affairs in the Young Nation Quiz

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

• aggression

• isolationism and neutrality

• colonial expansion

• alliance expansion

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

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

• France

• Great Britain

• North African pirates

• American sea workers

During Madison's presidency, "War Hawks" were congressmen who _________ against Great Britain.

• • were against the United States going to war

• • felt the United States could not win a war

• • felt the United States could not afford fighting a war

• • were eager for the United States to go to war

What could have prevented the Battle of New Orleans?

• stronger armies

• better leadership

• faster communication

• thoughtful negotiations

Which statement about the results of the War of 1812 is correct?

• The United States won the war.

• Great Britain won the war.

• National pride in the United States grew.

• Indigenous people were forced to move west.

Which event led to the policies established by the Monroe Doctrine?

• the pirating of ships in North Africa

• the competition for trade between countries

• the wars between Great Britain and France

• the independence movement in Latin America

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

What was a result of the Monroe Doctrine?

• The United States gained respect internationally.

• The United States went to war with France.

• The United States allied with European nations.

• The United States lost its image as a democratic leader.

Who was the President of the United States during the War of 1812?

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• George Washington

• John Adams