Causes and Effects
This event caused tension between the United States and France after America refused to repay Revolutionary War debts.
XYZ Affair
Critics argued the Sedition Act violated this amendment
First Amendment
Instead of declaring war, Adams chose to do this with France
negotiate peace
This political party supported a strong federal government and included Adams
Federalists
Washington warned against these divisions, which became a major problem under Adams
political parties
This law allowed the president to deport foreigners considered dangerous.
Alien Act
This principle says the Constitution is the supreme law of the land, which Federalists used to defend their actions
federal supremacy
Adams strengthened this branch of the military during the Quasi-War
Navy
This political party believed the Alien and Sedition Acts were unconstitutional
Democratic-Republicans
This rebellion proved the federal government could enforce laws before Adams became president.
Whiskey Rebellion
The Sedition Act was mainly used to target members of this political party.
Democratic-Republicans
This idea, supported by Jefferson, claimed states could ignore unconstitutional federal laws
nullification
Many Federalists wanted Adams to do this to France
declare war
Political conflict during Adams’ presidency showed that these groups were becoming powerful
political parties
Both Washington and Adams followed this foreign policy strategy
avoiding foreign wars
Adams’ decision to do this angered many members of his own Federalist Party.
making peace with France
The Alien and Sedition Acts increased the power of this part of governmen
federal government?
Adams’ peaceful decision likely prevented this costly outcome for the young nation
full-scale war
This election ended Adams’ presidency
Election of 1800
Washington’s example influenced Adams to prioritize this over popularity
national stability
These resolutions argued that states could declare federal laws unconstitutional
Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions
This conflict showed the ongoing struggle between civil liberties and this government goal
national security
This decision is often considered Adams’ greatest achievement
avoiding war with France
John Adams was the first president not to be reelected for a second term, and he held this role before becoming president
Vice President
Thomas Jefferson