Odds & Ends
Which countries impressed US sailors?
Britain and France
The French Revolution and the Quasi War affected the Americans even thought fighting was not on their soil. How did it affect Americans?
It led to a blockade and interrupted international trade.
In his farewell address George Washington advised the United States against what?
Splitting the country
The United States divided itself into factions which were similar to what?
Political Parties (groups with distinct political interests)
Thomas Jefferson believed that under the Federalists, this had become too powerful.
Federal government
Impressment by European naval forces.
What was the function of the National Bank?
It allowed for a safe place to deposit government funds and create loans for businesses and farmers.
The Alien Act stated the residential citizenship time would be changed. What was it originally and what did it change to?
Originally it was 5 years and it changed to 14 years (for two years and then this act expired).
Who had the greatest impact on the economic policy of George Washington's administration?
Alexander Hamilton
America was upset by the Quasi War because it affected their what?
Trade and economy
Why did Jefferson favor a laissez-faire attitude toward the nation's economy?
It lessened government interference
List the four precedents that can be attributed to Washington’s presidency and legacy.
Washington left office knowing...
1. He had avoided a war with Europe.
2. There was a strong central government.
3. There was a booming economy.
4. Britain was retreating from the Northwest territory.
Marbury v. Madison established the policy of judicial review which meant what?
The Supreme Court has the power to overturn laws proposed by the legislative branch.
How were the French and American Revolutions similar?
They both were against a monarchy and were based on unequal treatment.
Why did France seize and search U.S. ships in the Caribbean during the Adams' administration?
France was at war with Great Britain and was angry that the United States had signed a treaty with Britain during the Washington administration.
Why did John Adams support the Alien and Sedition Act?
Adams knew he had handled the XYZ Affair poorly and he feared the democratic republicans would attack him in the press and vote against him unless he put a stop to it.
How did Jefferson feel about the Federal Bank?
He opposed it but knew it was necessary
Why did the United States fail to reach an agreement in the XYZ Affair?
The United States refused to pay the bribe money requested by France.
Why were tensions high after the election of 1796?
The President and Vice President were members of opposing political parties.
Identify the differences between the Federalists and the Democratic Republicans. List at least 4 differences for each.
Republicans
Led by Thomas Jefferson
Wanted power to be in the hands of the state and were supported by southern farmers.
Was pro-French
Opposed the national bank and tariff.
Federalists
Led by Alexander Hamilton (represented by John Adams).
Wanted the wealthy and educated to lead.
Favored a strong central government and the British.
Wanted…
Manufacturing, shipping, and trade.
A national bank.
A protective tariff.