Jefferson and Hamilton's Political Conflicts

The video explores the post-Revolutionary War era, starting with the Treaty of Paris in 1783, which ended the war. It covers George Washington's presidency beginning in 1789, highlighting his cabinet choices, including Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State. The rivalry between Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton is detailed, focusing on their differing visions for the U.S. government. The video discusses the compromise that led to the capital's relocation and the acceptance of Hamilton's financial plan. It concludes with the emergence of America's two-party system, the Federalists and Democratic-Republicans, and the political tensions of the 1790s.

What significant event did the Treaty of Paris in 1783 mark?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The end of the Revolutionary War

• The beginning of the Revolutionary War

• The start of the Civil War

Who were the key figures in signing the Treaty of Paris?

• Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, John Jay

• Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, George Washington

• George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton

• James Madison, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams

Who was reluctant to join Washington's cabinet as Secretary of State?

• John Adams

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson

Why did Washington have to persuade Jefferson to join his cabinet?

• Jefferson was already serving in another role

• Jefferson was not interested in politics

• Jefferson was planning to return to France

• Jefferson was opposed to Washington's policies

What was a major point of contention between Jefferson and Hamilton?

• The role of the Supreme Court

• The location of the capital

• The expansion of the United States

• The abolition of slavery

What was Hamilton's financial plan modeled after?

• The Bank of England

• The Spanish treasury

• The French banking system

• The Dutch financial model

Which political party supported a centralized government and a national bank?

• Libertarians

• Whigs

• Federalists

• Democratic-Republicans

Which party was formed by supporters of Jefferson?

• Whigs

• Democratic-Republicans

• Federalists

• Libertarians

What was Jefferson's stance on the French Revolution?

• He opposed it

• He supported it

• He was neutral

• He was unaware of it

What action did Jefferson take in response to his disagreement with Washington's foreign policy?

• He moved to France

• He supported Hamilton's policies

• He resigned from the cabinet

• He started a new political party