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As the first president, George Washington's decisions regarding the inauguration ceremony, selecting a Cabinet and running two terms are all examples of
precedents
The first American political party to successfully have a President in office was the
Federalists
- led by Thomas Jefferson and James Madison
- favored stronger state and local governments
- supported by planters, farmers, and craftsmen
Which political party is this describing?
Democratic Republicans
Which future president would gain fame in the Battle of New Orleans?
Andrew Jackson
5th president of the US
James Monroe
Why did George Washington develop a Cabinet during his presidency?
He understood that there were people with more expertise in areas needed to run the government
What were the Alien and Sedition Acts?
restricted people speaking out against the government (Sedition) and allowed him to deport foreigners (Alien)
- led by Alexander Hamilton
- favored a strong central government
- supported by businessmen, bankers, and merchants
Which political party is being described?
Federalists
The period immediately after the War of 1812 was known as
The Era of Good Feelings
The primary reason for the announcement of the Monroe Doctrine in 1823 was
Fear of European involvement in Latin America
The Whiskey Rebellion was significant in U.S. history because
the federal government used force to enforce the laws of the land
The Supreme Court case of Marbury v. Madison (1803) established the principle of
judicial review
Which event was a direct result of the Louisiana Purchase and helped to lay the foundations for western expansion?
Lewis and Clark Expedition
During the early 1800s the British Navy began to take U.S. sailors and sea merchants captive during the early 1800s, forcing them to work on British ships. What was this practice called?
Impressment
Which aspect of governance is at the heart of the Monroe Doctrine?
A. Foreign Policy
B. Domestic Policy
C. Monetary Policy
Foreign Policy
During George Washington's presidency, what was the major reason for conflict between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton?
- Hamilton’s objection to Jefferson’s strict interpretation of the Constitution
- Hamilton wanted a "national bank"
The city of New Orleans was an important factor in Thomas Jefferson's desire to purchase the Louisiana Territory from France. What was the primary reason for Jefferson's desire?
New Orleans was key to accessing and controlling trade on the Mississippi River
Historians regard Thomas Jefferson's decision to purchase the Louisiana Territory from France as being out of character for him because
He was a strict constructionist of the Constitution
Which reason, given by President Madison to declare war on Britain, was a violation of the 1783 Treaty of Paris?
British refused to turn over their fortifications along the Great Lakes
The United States acquired Florida from Spain in which treaty?
Adams-Onis Treaty
What precedents did George Washington try to establish, but that failed shortly after his presidency?
He wanted to prevent political alliances and the development of political parties
What was the significance of the Election of 1800?
- The method used by the Electoral College of electing the president and vice-president often resulted in a tie for president
- 12th amendment is passed. President and Vice President would begin running together as a team.
- first transition of power from the Federalist party to the Democratic-Republicans.
What is a protective tariff?
A tax that is intended to protect the manufacturer or farmer from lower priced goods imported into the country
What was the impact of the Treaty of Ghent?
- Seized lands were returned to their respective countries
- War of 1812 ended
hich Secretary of State and future president helped advise and write the Monroe Doctrine?
John Quincy Adams