The Early Republic Study Guide

What were the major policies and political developments during the presidencies of George Washington and John Adams?

• a. Expansion of Federal power and foreign policy
• b. Economic policies and social reforms
• c. Native American policies and westward expansion
• d. Industrialization and urbanization

Which two conflicting ideas between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton led to the formation of the Federalist and Democratic-Republican parties?

• a. Foreign policy and expansionism
• b. Taxes and tariffs
• c. National Bank and Alien & Sedition Acts
• d. Immigration and labor policies

Who was the 2nd President of the United States?

• A. George Washington
• B. Thomas Jefferson
• C. John Adams
• D. James Madison

John Adams was a member of which political party?

• A. Democratic-Republican
• B. Whig
• C. Federalist
• D. Anti-Federalist

Which act passed during John Adams' presidency limited freedom of speech and press?

• a. Alien and Sedition Acts
• b. Louisiana Act
• c. Embargo Act
• d. Stamp Act

What was the purpose of the National Bank proposed by Alexander Hamilton?

• a. To regulate interstate commerce
• b. To support the development of industry
• c. To provide funding for public education
• d. To oversee international trade agreements

How did George Washington's presidency contribute to the expansion of Federal power?

• a. By establishing a strong military
• b. By implementing progressive social reforms
• c. By centralizing control over the economy with the National Bank
• d. By promoting states' rights

Which party supported a strong central government and a loose interpretation of the Constitution?

• a. Federalist Party
• b. Democratic-Republican Party
• c. Whig Party
• d. Anti-Federalist Party

Who believed that a National Bank was necessary for the economic growth and stability of the United States?

• a. George Washington
• b. John Adams
• c. Thomas Jefferson
• d. Alexander Hamilton

What impact did the Alien and Sedition Acts have on the Democratic-Republican Party?

• a. Strengthened their support base
• b. Weakened their political influence by making it illegal to criticize the government
• c. Increased their popularity among immigrants
• d. Led to the formation of a third political party