7 SS Unit 1 Ch. 2

Who became the second president of the United States (after the election of 1796)?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• James Madison

How was the vice president chosen in the 1796 election?

• The person who came in second in the presidential election became vice president

• The president chose the vice president

• The vice president was elected separately

• The vice president was appointed by Congress

Why was the 1796 presidential election significant in U.S. history?

• It was the first time the country had a contest for its leader after Washington left the presidency

• It was the first time women could vote

• It was the first election held in all 50 states

• It was the first time a president served more than two terms

• How did the war between France and Great Britain affect the United States? 

• The war increased tensions.

• The war strengthened the alliance between France and the United States.
• The war had no impact on American foreign policy.
• The war led to the purchase of Alaska by the United States.

Why did the XYZ Affair outrage the American people?

• The French government declared war on the United States.

• Three French agents demanded a hefty bribe from American representatives.

• The British navy seized American ships.

• President Adams refused to negotiate with France.

Which of the following was not a U.S. president?

• Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson

• President John Adams

• President George Washington

What was President Adams' main reason for sending a new ambassador to France instead of taking military action?

• To try to find another solution and avoid war

• To gain popularity among the public

• To support the Federalists' position

• To expand American territory

What did the Alien Act allow the president to do?

• Expel any foreigner considered dangerous to the country

• Grant citizenship to all immigrants

• Imprison anyone who disagreed with the president

• Lower taxes for immigrants

• Why did the House of Representatives decide the election of 1800? 

• The election was determined by popular vote in each state.
• The House of Representatives decided the election of 1800 due to a tie in electoral votes.
• The election was decided by the Supreme Court's ruling.
• The House of Representatives had the authority to choose the president regardless of electoral votes.

What condition did Jefferson believe was necessary for self-governance to succeed?

• People needed to be wealthy

• People needed to be educated

• People needed to be religious

• People needed to be strong