Who's Who
George Washington
Which political party supported a strong national government?
Federalists
Which European country began attacking American merchant ships during Adams's presidency?
France
What did Jefferson Purchase from France in 1803
Louisiana Territory
This President led the United States during the War of 1812
James Madison
Second Preisdent of the United States
John Adams
This French leader fought a series of wars across Europe that drew Britain and France into conflict and threatened American trade.
Napoleon
What was the undeclared naval conflict between the United States and France called?
Quasi-War
What major river did western American farmers depend on to transport their goods?
Mississippi River
The British practice of forcing sailors into naval service
Impressment
Who was Washington's Secretary of the Treasury and the leader of the Federalists?
What major event in Europe began in 1789, overthrew the French monarchy, and eventually led to the execution of King Louis XVI?
The French Revolution
What scandal involved French representatives demanding bribes before negotiating with American diplomats?
XYZ Affair
What 1807 law banned American overseas trade to pressure Britain and France?
Embargo Act
Which American general led U.S. forces to a decisive victory over the British at the Battle of New Orleans in 1815?
Andrew Jackson
Who did Jefferson send to help negotiate the purchase of New Orleans?
James Monroe
What was the name of Washington's group of presidential advisers?
Cabinet
What were the 1798 laws that expanded federal power over foreigners and restricted political criticism called?
The Alien and Sedition Acts
Which branch of Congress decided the presidential election of 1800?
House of Representatives
This Native American leader was killed at the Battle of the Thames in 1813
Tecumseh
Who tied Jefferson in the election of 1800?
Aaron Burr
This song was inspired by the Battle of Baltimore
The Star Spangled Banner
What 1794 agreement with Great Britain angered France and many Republicans?
Jay's Treaty
This US ship was attacked by Great Britain during Jefferson's Presidency
USS Chesapeake
The 1814 treaty that officially ended the War of 1812
Treaty of Ghent