Question

George Washington talked about foreign alliances in his farewell address. How did George Washington feel about foreign alliances?
A.
He believed alliances were the best chance at protection.
B.
He did not want to see permanent foreign alliances.
C.
He only wanted the U.S. to form alliances with European nations.
D.
He did not want to form alliances with nations already at war.

Answer 1

B. He did not want to see permanent foreign alliances.

In his Farewell Address Washington warned against "entangling" or permanent alliances with foreign nations, advocating instead for neutrality and temporary, commercial relationships to protect U.S. independence. Options A, C, and D do not accurately capture his central warning about permanent political alliances.