New Nation Dilemma 5-End

What advice did George Washington give about foreign affairs when he stepped down after two terms?

• Form strong alliances with European countries.

• Stay out of foreign affairs.

• Focus on expanding the military.

• Increase trade with all nations.

Which of the following was NOT part of George Washington's advice for the future of the country?

• Keep religion relevant, since it teaches morals.

• Avoid political alliances.

• Increase taxes to strengthen the economy.

• Take care of your government, as there are enemies everywhere.

Who were the leaders of the Federalist Party?

• Thomas Jefferson and James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton and John Adams

• George Washington and Benjamin Franklin

• John Jay and Patrick Henry

Why couldn't Alexander Hamilton become President of the United States?

• He was not a natural-born citizen.

• He did not want to run for President.

• He was too young.

• He was not popular enough.

What was John Adams' significant contribution to the U.S. military?

• He founded the U.S. Army.

• He is often credited as the "Father of the American Navy."

• He established the Air Force.

• He created the Marine Corps.

What was the XYZ Affair?

• A trade agreement with France.

• A diplomatic incident where French agents demanded a bribe from American diplomats.

• A peace treaty with Britain.

• A military alliance with Spain.

What was the main reason for the Quasi-War between the United States and France?

• Disputes over land in North America.

• The ongoing seizing of American ships by the French.

• A disagreement over trade tariffs.

• A conflict over fishing rights.

What were the Alien and Sedition Acts primarily targeting?

• British citizens living in the U.S.

• French citizens and Democratic-Republicans.

• Spanish immigrants.

• Native American tribes.

What was the reaction of Thomas Jefferson to the Alien and Sedition Acts?

• He supported them.

• He wrote to several states urging them to abolish the Constitution.

• He ignored them.

• He proposed similar laws.

What phrase did the American diplomats use to express their outrage during the XYZ Affair?

• "Liberty or death!"

• "Millions for defense, not one cent for tribute!"

• "No taxation without representation!"

• "Give me liberty, or give me death!"