How did Washington choose to respond to the conflict between France and Britain?
He remained neutral
How did the Alien and Sedition Acts affect immigration?
It made the immigration process longer and harder
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Why did Jefferson place an embargo on Britain?
To avoid war
To hurt them financially
To take a stand against impressment
What northwest city was surrendered to the British early in the War of 1812?
Detriot
What was an effect of the invention of the cotton gin?
It increased slavery in the south
What did Washington warn was the biggest threat to domestic tranquility in the US?
Political Parties
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How did Adams respond to French agents asking for a bribe and a loan? (There's two)
He gave neither and prepared for war.
Why did Federalists oppose the Louisiana Purchase?
They thought it’d take away their power and give more to Democratic-Republicans
Where was the National Anthem written?
Fort McHenry
Why did the Battle of New Orleans occur?
They didn't receive the message in time that the war was over
Why did Adams and Jefferson become rivals?
Adams and Jefferson belonged to different political parties
Why was France so upset with Adams?
He took Britain’s side during the French and British conflicts
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What event resulted in the concept of Judicial Review?
The constitutionality of Adams’ “midnight judges” appointments
DOUBLE PLAY
Who was Tecumseh allied with?
1. The British
2. The Natives
Who provided much of the workforce for the Erie Canal?
Irish Immigrants
Put the five early American presidents in order from first to last
Washington, Adams, Jefferson, Madison, Monroe
Loose and strict constructivism is associated with what?
The Constitution
What was significant about the election of 1800?
It was the first peaceful transition of power
Why did Madison choose to fight Britain over France?
He viewed Britain as the more threatening enemy
TRIPLE PLAY
Who were the sectionist leaders?
(There's 3, North, South & West)
Clay-West
Calhoun-South
Webster- North
What department did Washington NOT add to his cabinet?
Finance
What was the biggest criticism of Hamilton’s plan to get out of national debt?
People thought it only benefited the wealthy
What did the Virginia and Kentucky resolutions urge states to do?
To nullify (get rid of) laws that are unconstitutional
What impact did privateers have on the War of 1812?
They won many sea battles, boosting American moral
How did Monroe seek to improve relations with Britain? (What treaty did he sign)
He supported the Rush-Bagot Treaty to promote peace