Question

The XYZ affair outraged Americans. What was president John Adams initial stance on how to handle the issue? Select all that apply

Adams asked congress for a vote to declare work on France

Adams sent diplomats to negotiate with France

Adams wanted to declare war but resisted due to political pressure

Adams wanted to stay out of European affairs

Answer 1

1: Adams sent diplomates to negotiate with France; Adams wanted to stay out of European affairs.

2: The Federalists controlled the courts.

3: No candidate received a majority in the Electoral College.