George Washington
Who was Washington's vice president?
John Adams
true or false: Thomas Jefferson supported the Federalists.
false
What principle was highlighted in Marbury vs. Madison?
Judicial review
Who led the US forces in the Battle of Tippecanoe?
William Henry Harrison
What issue was McCulloch v. Maryland about?
a national bank
Why did the Whiskey Rebellion begin?
Farmers felt that the tax was unfair
Why did John Adams support the Alien and Sedition Acts?
He feared the US would be at war with France and wanted to remove anyone who might favor other countries.
Why did Jefferson order a blockade of Tripoli?
Tripoli declared war because US wouldn't pay tribute to Barbary Pirates.
Why were Americans angry about impressment?
It forced Americans to serve on British ships
What land did the US receive from Spain through the treaty in 1819?
Florida
What were the 2 ways Jay's Treaty help the United States?
It got the British out and gave the US the most favored nation status with Britain
What was the important success at John Adam's presidential administration?
They maintained neutral between Britain and France.
What country did the US purchase the Louisiana Purchase from?
France
What happened in Washington, D.C. during the War of 1812?
British soldiers burned the White House and capitol as well as other buildings.
What was the purpose of the Monroe Doctrine?
It was to protect US independence by limiting European involvement in North and South America.
How did Washington set a precedent when he left office?(Theres 2)
Why did the United States and France fail to reach an agreement in the XYZ Affair?
The US refused to pay bribe to French diplomats.
Why was the Louisiana purchase a significant event in US history?
It almost doubled the size of the US.
How did the War of 1812 end?
It ended in a draw with both sides keeping the same territory after the Treaty of Ghent.
What were the effects of the Monroe Doctrine?
It made the US player on the world stage and it became part of American foreign policy used by several presidents after.
In what ways did Washington's administration help establish a strong federal government?(3)
They established a national bank, enforced taxes and laws, and negotiated treaties
What were the Federalists views on economic policy?(2)
Favored manufacturing and business and supported manufacturing tariffs.
What were the goals of the Lewis and Clark Expedition?(3)
They met with indigenous tribes in the region, to make a map of the area, and to keep records of interesting plants and animals they found.
How did the War of 1812 affect the US?
It led to the rise of nationalism as Americans developed common identity.
What were the terms of the Adams-Onis Treaty?(3)
The US got Florida, they set a boundary between Spanish southwest and US, and the US promised to recognize Spain's sogereignty over the southwest.