Question

Based on the evidence from the text, why did Washington reject the advice of both Jefferson and Hamilton and adopt a policy of neutrality? (1 point) Responses Washington was timid about taking military action. Washington was timid about taking military action. Washington feared that choosing France's side in the war would insult the British. Washington feared that choosing France's side in the war would insult the British. Washington was upset over the murder of the French king. Washington was upset over the murder of the French king. Washington felt that the nation could not afford another war so soon after the Revolution.

Answer 1

Washington felt that the nation could not afford another war so soon after the Revolution.