George Washington
Who warned the nation to avoid political parties, sectionalism, and foreign affairs? Also, he was the first President of the United States.
George Washington
What was John Adams's job before becoming the 2nd President of the United States?
Vice-President of the United States
Which acquisition was the largest addition to the United States' territory?
the Louisiana Purchase
In 1824, Andrew Jackson would lose due to a corrupt bargain to this future president?
John Quincy Adams
Which major battle was when the Texan defenders went against the Mexican government, resulting in the death of Davy Crockett?
Battle of the Alamo
During his presidency, which precedent did George Washington set to provide advisors to assist him with important decisions?
He established the Cabinet.
John Adams became the first and only president from this political party.
The Federalist Party
What made the presidential election of 1800 between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson significant?
There was a peaceful transfer of power to a president of a different party.
What happened in the election of 1828?
Andrew Jackson would defeat John Quincy Adams, resulting in Jackson becoming President of the United States.
Who was elected the first president of Texas and the leader of the Texas Revolution?
Sam Houston
Which event or document proves the statement, "The United States government pursued a policy of neutrality in the years 1789-1820"?
Washington's Farewell Address
Millions for defense but not one cent for tribute!
discovery of the XYZ Affair
From what nation did the United States gain the Louisiana Purchase?
France
How did President Jackson reward his top supporters after he was elected?
He offered them jobs in the federal government.
What was a cause of the Texas War for Independence?
Mexico required Texans to stop using enslaved labor.
What was the historical significance of the Whiskey Rebellion?
It proved the Constitution was more effective than the Articles of Confederation.
What event during President John Adams’s administration was the direct cause of an undeclared war with France?
the XYZ Affair
Which Supreme Court decision led to the establishment of judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
Who was the person who worked with John Quincy Adams, so Adams became President of the United States?
Henry Clay
When Mexico agreed to sell a strip to the U.S. for $10 million?
Gadsden Purchase
During George Washington’s presidency, what was the main goal of the United States’ foreign policy?
to prevent United States’ involvement in European conflicts
Why did President John Adams support the Alien and Sedition Acts?
He wanted to silence Democratic-Republican critics of his administration.
What was a major reason that Thomas Jefferson supported the Lousiana Purchase?
to gain control of the Mississippi River
Which constitutional question was the main focus of the Nullification Crisis?
Do states have the power to declare a federal law unconstitutional?
How did the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo impact America’s westward expansion?
It established the Rio Grande River as the boundary between Mexico and America.