Based on the information in the excerpt, what can be inferred about the effect the war between France and England had on the United States? Select all that apply.(2 points)

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The disagreements between political parties on issues relating to the war led to the inability of Congress to function
The disagreements between political parties on issues relating to the war led to the inability of Congress to function

The unwillingness of the French to negotiate brought about a time period of distrust of the French Directory
The unwillingness of the French to negotiate brought about a time period of distrust of the French Directory

The attacks on American shipping vessels led to a build-up of an American naval force.
The attacks on American shipping vessels led to a build-up of an American naval force.

The war convinced the United States to not trade with Europe

Answer 1

Based on the information in the excerpt, the following inferences can be made about the effects of the war between France and England on the United States:

1. The disagreements between political parties on issues relating to the war led to the inability of Congress to function.

2. The unwillingness of the French to negotiate brought about a time period of distrust of the French Directory.

3. The attacks on American shipping vessels led to a build-up of an American naval force.

The last statement, "The war convinced the United States to not trade with Europe," would not likely be inferred as a direct consequence unless further context supports that assertion.

Therefore, the first three statements are valid inferences based on the information provided.

Answer 2

Why did Jefferson oppose Hamilton’s plan for creating a national bank? Select all that apply.(2 points)
Responses

He argued that Congress did not have the constitutional power to establish it.
He argued that Congress did not have the constitutional power to establish it.

He believed that Americans would protest if it was established
He believed that Americans would protest if it was established

He believed that it gave the federal government too much power.
He believed that it gave the federal government too much power.

He felt a national bank was necessary for the government to collect taxes and pay its bills
He felt a national bank was necessary for the government to collect taxes and pay its bills

Answer 3

Thomas Jefferson opposed Hamilton's plan for creating a national bank for the following reasons:

1. He argued that Congress did not have the constitutional power to establish it.

2. He believed that it gave the federal government too much power.

The statement, "He believed that Americans would protest if it was established," may not be a primary reason attributed to Jefferson's opposition; he was more focused on constitutional concerns and the balance of power than on the potential reactions of Americans.

The last statement, "He felt a national bank was necessary for the government to collect taxes and pay its bills," is not a reason for opposition but rather a point of support for Hamilton’s plan.

Therefore, based on Jefferson's views, the correct responses to select are the first and third options.

Answer 4

In what way does this image relate to Tecumseh’s opinion about the relationship between Native Americans and white settlers?

(1 point)
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It shows the cultural exchange that Tecumseh supported.
It shows the cultural exchange that Tecumseh supported.

It shows Native Americans learning from whites, which Tecumseh encouraged.
It shows Native Americans learning from whites, which Tecumseh encouraged.

It shows the dependence on whites that Tecumseh criticized.
It shows the dependence on whites that Tecumseh criticized.

Answer 5

To determine how the image relates to Tecumseh's opinion about the relationship between Native Americans and white settlers, the most appropriate response would likely be:

It shows the dependence on whites that Tecumseh criticized.

Tecumseh was known for his strong opposition to the increasing dependence of Native Americans on white settlers, advocating for unity among Native tribes and resistance against encroachment by settlers. If the image depicts that dependence, it would align with his criticisms. The first two options do not accurately reflect Tecumseh's views, as he was less about cultural exchange and learning from whites and more about resistance and self-sufficiency among Native people.

Answer 6

In what way did the Alien and Sedition Acts change the authority of the federal government?(1 point)
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The acts redefined the powers of the legislative branch.
The acts redefined the powers of the legislative branch.

The acts permitted the government to deny citizens' rights in time of war.
The acts permitted the government to deny citizens' rights in time of war.

The acts limited the amount of power delegated to each branch of government.
The acts limited the amount of power delegated to each branch of government.

The acts clarified the role of the Supreme Court.

Answer 7

The most accurate response regarding how the Alien and Sedition Acts changed the authority of the federal government is:

The acts permitted the government to deny citizens' rights in time of war.

The Alien and Sedition Acts, particularly the Sedition Act, allowed the federal government to suppress dissent and prosecute individuals who criticized the government, which could be seen as denying citizens their rights to free speech and political opposition. These acts expanded the power of the federal government at the expense of individual liberties, especially concerning freedom of speech and the press.

The other options do not accurately reflect the key changes brought about by the Acts:

• The acts did not primarily redefine the powers of the legislative branch.
• They did not limit the amount of power delegated to each branch of government.
• They did not clarify the role of the Supreme Court.

Thus, the second option is the most appropriate.