Exploring Early 1800s US Foreign Policy

The video discusses American foreign policy from the late 18th to early 19th century. It covers the challenges faced by the United States after gaining independence, including the French Revolution, British impressment, and the Quasi-War with France. Key events such as Washington's Proclamation of Neutrality, Jay's Treaty, the XYZ Affair, and the War of 1812 are highlighted. The video also touches on Jefferson's Louisiana Purchase and the Embargo Act. It concludes with America's emergence as a significant economic and military power.

In what year did the United States declare its neutrality in the conflict between France and England?

• 1796

• 1801

• 1789

• 1793

What was the main outcome of Jay's Treaty?

• War with France

• British evacuation of American forts

• American payment to Britain

• Alliance with Britain

What was the main issue addressed by Jay's Treaty?

• Trade with Native Americans

• Territorial disputes

• Impressment of sailors

• Colonial taxes

Which policy did President Washington advocate in his farewell address?

• Expansionism

• Forming alliances

• Isolationism

• Neutrality

What event escalated into the Quasi-War between the US and France?

• Louisiana Purchase

• XYZ Affair

• Jay's Treaty

• Embargo Act

What was Jefferson's major territorial acquisition?

• Alaska

• Louisiana Territory

• Florida

• California

Which act did Congress pass in response to violations of American neutrality?

• Alien and Sedition Acts

• Embargo Act

• Patriot Act

• Neutrality Act

What was the primary effect of the Embargo Act?

• Improved relations with Britain

• Strengthened US economy

• Damaged US economy

• Ended the War of 1812

Which battle marked a significant American victory in the War of 1812?

• Battle of New Orleans

• Battle of Trafalgar

• Battle of Waterloo

• Battle of Yorktown

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Ghent?

• New trade agreements

• Continued war

• Loss of American territory

• End of the War of 1812