Early conflicts
What war was fought between Britain and the American colonies
The American Revolution
Who was the first president of the United States
George Washington
Who was the main leader of the Federalist party?
Alexander Hamilton
What did Anti-federalist fear?
A government that was too powerful
Who became the second president?
John Adams
What agreement officially ended the American Revolution?
Treaty of Paris
What did Washington create by choosing advisers to help him govern?
The Cabinet
What did the Federalist want?
A strong national government
What did Anti-Federalist want added to the constitution?
A bill of rights
What laws limited criticism of the Federal government?
Alien and Sedition Acts
What was the conflict between the Farmers and the Government over a tax on whiskey?
Whiskey rebelion
What was Washington's advice about getting involved in European conflicts?
Remain neutral
What financial plan did Hamilton create?
Hamilton Financial Plan
Who was a famous ANti-Federalist?
Patrick Henry
What were the Alien Acts designed to do?
Give the government more power over immigrants.
Which country became an enemy of the United States during the XYZ affair?
France
What treaty helped settle problems between the U.S and Britain?
Jay's treaty
What did Hamilton want the federal government to create?
A national park
Which states rights did Anti-Federalists strongly support?
States having more power
Whats was the XYZ Affairs about?
A conflict between the U.S and France over dimoplacy
What did the United States try to remain out of during Washington's presidency?
European Wars
Why was Washington's Farewell Address important?
He warned against political parties and foreign conflicts
Which group generally supported the constitution and a stronger federal government?
Federalist
What compromise helped convince Anti-Federalist to support the Constitution ?
Adding the Bill of Rights
What political party did John Adam belong to?
Federalist Party