Question

The Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans had very different views about Britain and France. The Democratic-Republicans favored France, who had supported the colonies during the American Revolution. The Federalists often favored Britain because they
A.
feared the growing strength of the French.
B.
hoped for aid in defending against Native Americans.
C.
wanted to avoid repaying debts from the Revolution.
D.
wanted to maintain trade with the British.

Answer 1

D. wanted to maintain trade with the British.

Federalists, led by figures like Hamilton, favored close ties with Britain because British trade and credit were vital to the U.S. economy; they also distrusted the French Revolution, but commerce was the main factor.