The XYZ Affair outraged many Americans. What was President John Adams’s initial stance on how to handle the issue? Select all that apply.

Question

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Adams asked Congress for a vote to declare war on France.
Adams sent diplomats to negotiate with France.
Adams wanted to declare war, but resisted due to political pressures.
Adams wanted to stay out of European affairs

Answer 1

President John Adams's initial stance on how to handle the XYZ Affair included the following options:

• Adams sent diplomats to negotiate with France.
• Adams wanted to stay out of European affairs.

While there was pressure for war from some factions, Adams ultimately sought a peaceful resolution and resisted calls for war.