In what ways did the election of 1796 increase political tension? Select all that apply.

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Both candidates supported a strong federal government.
Both candidates supported a strong federal government. - only 2 answers are allowed

The president and vice president were from opposing parties.
The president and vice president were from opposing parties. - only 2 answers are allowed

The president no longer had the power to choose cabinet members.
The president no longer had the power to choose cabinet members. - only 2 answers are allowed

The growth of the media inspired conflict.
The growth of the media inspired conflict. - only 2 answers are allowed
Only 2 answers are allowed.
Only 2 answers are allowed.

Answer 1

The election of 1796 increased political tension in the following ways:

1. The president and vice president were from opposing parties.
2. The growth of the media inspired conflict.

These factors contributed to the increasing partisan divide in early American politics.