1. Why was the presidency of George Washington considered to be so significant?

Question

A. His actions would define the role of the Supreme Court.
B. His actions would set precedents for all future presidents.
C. His actions would determine the need for a president.
D. His actions would test the president's constitutional authority.

2. Why were Northern states in favor of Hamilton’s protective tariff?
A. The tariff protected the North from paying any additional fees when exporting their goods.
B. The tariff allowed manufacturers in the North to charge higher prices for their products.
C. The tariff made goods produced in the North less expensive than imported goods.
D. The tariff had less of an effect on businesses in the North than it did on those in the South.

3. "It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances with any portion of the foreign world; so far, I mean, as we are now at liberty to do it; for let me not be understood as capable of patronizing [supporting] infidelity [disloyalty; unfaithfulness] to existing engagements. I hold the maxim [wise saying] no less applicable to public than to private affairs, that honesty is always the best policy. I repeat, therefore, let those engagements be observed in their genuine sense. But, in my opinion, it is unnecessary and would be unwise to extend them."
- Washington’s Farewell Address
Use the excerpt to answer the question.
What did Washington mean when he wrote that the maxim “honesty is the best policy” should be applied to foreign relations?
A. The United States should have announced that it was cutting off relations with other nations.
B. The United States should have terminated its formal relationships with European nations.
C. There was no need to be coy about U.S. intentions to avoid permanent alliances in the future.
D. The president should privately reassure foreign leaders that America stands with them but publicly maintain a separation from other nations’ policies.

4.
Federalists | Democratic Republicans
Led by Alexander Hamilton | Led by Thomas Jefferson
Strong central government led by industry and wealthy | Strong state governments led by the "common man"
Emphasis on manufacturing, shipping, and trade | Emphasis on agriculture: "Cultivators of the earth are the most valuable"
- Thomas Jefferson
Loose interpretation of the Constitution | Strict interpretation of the Constitution
Favored the national bank | Opposed the national bank
Favored protective tariffs | Opposed protective tariffs
Pro-British | Pro-French
Use the table to answer the question.
Favoring the idea of national regulation of trade between states would be an example of which political party's stance listed in the chart?
A. the Federalist Party’s belief in a strong central government
B. the Democratic Republican’s support for strict interpretation of the Constitution
C. the Federalist Party’s support of protective tariffs
D. the Democratic Republican’s belief in a strong state government

5. What was one reason for the formation of the Democratic Republican party?
A. Washington’s cabinet members wanted to form a new party to strengthen the federal government.
B. Thomas Jefferson’s views clashed with those of Alexander Hamilton.
C. The Alien and Sedition Acts outlined the need for a new political party.
D. The threat of war with Britain inspired a revolt against the Federalists.

6. Why did Adams increase the size of the American navy?
A. He wanted to prepare for all-out war on Britain.
B. He hoped it would deter more attacks by French ships.
C. He needed to use tax money to fund an increase in military spending.
D. Congress passed a law that required him to increase support for the navy.

7. Why did Congress decide the election of 1800? Select all that apply.
A. Based on the outcome, it was mandated by the U.S. Constitution.
B. The popular vote was a tie.
C. No candidate won the electoral vote.
D. Not enough citizens voted to determine the outcome.

8. Why did Jefferson pursue a laissez-faire economic system in the United States?
A. It was a mandate following the Marbury v. Madison Supreme Court ruling.

B. The size of the federal government increases under a free market economy.

C. A free market economy was necessary for the purchase of the Louisiana territory.

D. Implementing a free market economy limits the role of the federal government.

9. What caused Napoleon to decide to sell the Louisiana Territory to the United States?
A. It was too far away to govern effectively.
B. The Louisiana Territory was no longer useful to him after a slave revolt in Haiti.
C. He could no longer control the Native Americans living in the territory.
D. He was about to lose it in a war to Spain, so he decided to sell it instead.

10. Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Non-Intercourse Act?
A. to forbid the U.S. from trading with Britain and France so the countries would recognize U.S. trading rights
B. to allow U.S. merchants to resume trade with all countries except Britain and France
C. to limit the types of goods that U.S. merchants could trade with Britain and France
D. to allow U.S. merchants to trade only with Britain and France but not any other countries

11. Compare and contrast the views of the Federalist Party and the Democratic Republican Party on at least three different historical issues.

Answer 1

The Federalist Party and the Democratic Republican Party held different views on several historical issues.

First, the Federalists believed in a strong central government led by industry and the wealthy, while the Democratic Republicans favored strong state governments led by the "common man." This was evident in their positions on the Constitution, with Federalists supporting a loose interpretation and Democratic Republicans advocating for a strict interpretation.

Second, the parties differed on economic policies. Federalists emphasized manufacturing, shipping, and trade, and supported the national bank and protective tariffs. On the other hand, Democratic Republicans focused on agriculture and opposed the national bank and protective tariffs.

Third, the parties had contrasting foreign policy stances. Federalists were pro-British and favored a closer relationship with Britain, whereas Democratic Republicans were pro-French and supported the French Revolution.

In summary, the Federalist Party favored a strong central government, emphasized industrial development, supported the national bank and protective tariffs, and leaned towards Britain. The Democratic Republican Party, on the other hand, emphasized strong state governments, focused on agriculture, opposed the national bank and protective tariffs, and favored a closer relationship with France.