Adams vs. Jefferson

What does the term "tribute" mean?

• A payment made periodically by one state or ruler to another, especially as a sign of dependence

• A form of government

• A type of tax

• A military strategy

What does the term "sedition" mean?

• Conduct or speech inciting people to rebel against the authority of a state

• A peaceful protest

• A form of tribute

• A type of tax

What does the term "nullify" mean?

• To make legally null and void; invalidate

• To approve

• To enforce

• To negotiate

What does the term "laissez-faire" mean?

• A policy or attitude of letting things take their own course, without interfering

• A strict government control

• A military strategy

• A form of tribute

What does the term "judicial review" mean?

• The power of the courts to declare laws unconstitutional

• A type of tax

• A form of tribute

• A military strategy

Which event was associated with the slogan "A million for defense but not a cent for tribute"?

• The XYZ Affair

• The Louisiana Purchase

• The Election of 1800

• Marbury v. Madison

Which president wanted a large navy?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• George Washington

What was the purpose of sending American diplomats to France during the XYZ Affair?

• To declare war

• To negotiate and resolve issues

• To establish trade agreements

• To form an alliance

What did the French agents demand to begin negotiations?

• Military support

• Bribes

• Land

• Trade agreements

How did President Adams respond to the French demands during the XYZ Affair?

• He agreed to the demands

• He informed Congress, leading to public outrage

• He declared war on France

• He ignored the demands