Washington
What was the purpose of Washington's Cabinet?
To advise the president and help make decisions
Which two laws passed during Adams' presidency limited free speech and targeted immigrants?
The Alien & Sedition Acts
What major land deal doubled the size of the United States?
The Louisiana Purchase
What was impressment?
Forcing American sailors into the British Royal Navy
Which party supported a strong national government?
The Federalists
What foreign policy position did Washington promote to keep the U.S. out of European wars?
Neutrality
Which act made it illegal to speak out against the federal government?
The Sedition Act
Why did Napoleon agree to sell the Louisiana Territory?
He needed money and wanted to focus on his wars in Europe
What three main issues led to the War of 1812?
Impressment, trade restrictions, and Native resistance
Which party favored states' rights?
The Democratic-Republicans
What event showed that the federal government could enforce its laws under Washington?
The Whiskey Rebellion
What were France and England attempting to do by attacking U.S. merchant ships?
Force the U.S. to pick a side in their war with each other
What law banned trade with foreign nations during Jefferson's presidency?
The Embargo Act of 1807
Who was Tecumseh?
A Native leader who resisted U.S. expansion
Which party believed in a loose interpretation of the Constitution?
The Federalists
Why did Washington oppose the formation of political parties?
He feared they would divide the nation
What was so controversial about the XYZ Affair?
French diplomats wanted to be paid bribes before speaking about peace terms with the U.S.
What were the goals of the Corps of Discovery, led by Lewis & Clark?
Find a route to the Pacific Ocean, explore and catalog the fauna and flora of the new territory, and establish relationships with Native Americans
What Supreme Court case established judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
Who led the Democratic-Republicans?
Thomas Jefferson
What lasting precedent did Washington set that future presidents still follow today?
What result did the Alien & Sedition Acts, the Quasi-War with France, and the XYZ Affair have on Adams' popularity?
It greatly diminished his popularity and nearly broke the Federalists' power in the federal government
How did the Embargo Act hurt American merchants and businesses?
It stopped trade, caused job loss, and hurt the economy
What was the significance of Fort McHenry?
Which party was mainly supported by farmers and laborers?
The Democratic-Republicans