Exploring Foreign Policy in the Early Republic

Exploring Foreign Policy in the Early Republic

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History

6th - 8th Grade

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Aiden Montgomery

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The video explores the evolution of U.S. foreign policy from Washington to Monroe, emphasizing neutrality. Washington's Farewell Address advises against long-term alliances. Adams maintains neutrality despite the XYZ Affair. Jefferson's Embargo Act attempts isolationism but fails economically. Madison faces the War of 1812 due to British aggression. Monroe's Doctrine asserts U.S. influence in the Western Hemisphere, discouraging European intervention.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary foreign policy of the U.S. during the early republic under Washington's presidency?

Military expansion

Economic sanctions

Colonialism

Neutrality

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Washington advise against in his farewell address?

Economic trade with Europe

Expansion into new territories

Forming long-term alliances

Internal political conflicts

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two countries were primarily discussed in the context of U.S. foreign policy during Washington's presidency?

Spain and Portugal

France and Britain

Britain and Germany

France and Spain

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country's actions led to the XYZ affair during Adams' presidency?

France

Spain

Britain

Germany

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was John Adams' approach to foreign policy during his presidency?

Formation of new alliances

Aggressive military actions

Economic isolation

Continuation of neutrality

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main consequence of the Embargo Act of 1807?

Damaged U.S. relations with Europe

Improved U.S. military strength

Strengthened U.S. economy

Led to economic disaster in the U.S.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Jefferson respond to foreign threats during his presidency?

By imposing economic embargoes

By declaring war

By signing peace treaties

By expanding the military

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