The Early Republic

A precedent is an event or decision that serves as an ____________ for future, similar circumstances.

Why did the Federalists pass the Alien and Sedition Acts?

• To protect the government from its critics and enemies.

• To protect the president.

• To help French-born people become American citizens faster.

• To allow for more Federalists newspapers.

What amendment did the Sedition Act violate?

• 1st

• 2nd

• 3rd

• 4th

Which of the following statements reflects the significance of Marbury v. Madison?

• It confirmed the Supreme Court’s power to declare acts of Congress unconstitutional.

• It meant that the Supreme Court had to hear every case brought before it.

• It allowed for presidents to appoint judges at midnight.

• It established judicial review.

Which of the following is the primary reason why Lewis and Clark were sent on their expedition in 1803?

• To carefully map out the Mississippi River.

• To invite Native American chiefs to Washington DC.

• To find a water route to the Pacific Ocean.

• To find former French fur traders.

Which president dealt with the XYZ Affair?

• Washington

• Adams

• Jefferson

• Madison

Which president asked for a declaration of war against Britain?

• Adams

• Jefferson

• Madison

• Monroe

Which American leader gained importance during the War of 1812?

• William Henry Harrison

• Oliver Hazard Perry

• Andrew Jackson

• Zebulon Pike

Which fort did the British bombard for over 24 hours, resulting in an American victory and the American national anthem?

• Fort Defiance

• Fort Hull

• Fort Phoenix

• Fort McHenry

Which statement describes one result of the War of 1812?

• Great Britain lost control of Canada

• The United States gained control of the Oregon Territory

• The United States stopped trading with Britain and France

• Great Britain stopped the practice of impressment.