Q1

Question

Why was the presidency of George Washington considered to be so significant?

(1 point)
Responses

His actions would define the role of the Supreme Court
His actions would define the role of the Supreme Court

His actions would determine the need for a president.
His actions would determine the need for a president.

His actions would test the president's constitutional authority.
His actions would test the president's constitutional authority.

His actions would set precedents for all future presidents.
His actions would set precedents for all future presidents.
Question 2
Q2

Why were Northern states in favor of Hamilton’s protective tariff?

(1 point)
Responses

The tariff protected the North from paying any additional fees when exporting their goods.
The tariff protected the North from paying any additional fees when exporting their goods.

The tariff allowed manufacturers in the North to charge higher prices for their products
The tariff allowed manufacturers in the North to charge higher prices for their products

The tariff had less of an effect on businesses in the North than it did on those in the South.
The tariff had less of an effect on businesses in the North than it did on those in the South.

The tariff made goods produced in the North less expensive than imported goods
The tariff made goods produced in the North less expensive than imported goods
Question 3
Q3

Use the excerpt to answer the question that follows:

It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances with any portion of the foreign world; so far, I mean, as we are now at liberty to do it; for let me not be understood as capable of patronizing [supporting] infidelity [disloyalty; unfaithfulness] to existing engagements. I hold the maxim [wise saying] no less applicable to public than to private affairs, that honesty is always the best policy. I repeat, therefore, let those engagements be observed in their genuine sense. But, in my opinion, it is unnecessary and would be unwise to extend them.
- Washington’s Farewell Address

Based on the excerpt, what did Washington mean when he wrote that the maxim “honesty is the best policy” should be applied to foreign relations?

(1 point)
Responses

The United States should have announced that it was cutting off relations with other nations.
The United States should have announced that it was cutting off relations with other nations.

The United States should have terminated its formal relationships with European nations.
The United States should have terminated its formal relationships with European nations.

There was no need to be coy about U.S. intentions to avoid permanent alliances in the future.
There was no need to be coy about U.S. intentions to avoid permanent alliances in the future.

The president should privately reassure foreign leaders that America stands with them but publicly maintain a separation from other nations’ policies.
The president should privately reassure foreign leaders that America stands with them but publicly maintain a separation from other nations’ policies.
Question 4
Q4

Use the table below to answer the question that follows:

Based on the table above, favoring the idea of national regulation of trade between states would be an example of which political party's stance listed in the chart?

(1 point)
Responses

the Democratic Republican’s support for strict interpretation of the Constitution
the Democratic Republican’s support for strict interpretation of the Constitution

the Federalist Party’s support of protective tariffs
the Federalist Party’s support of protective tariffs

the Federalist Party’s belief in a strong central government
the Federalist Party’s belief in a strong central government

the Democratic Republican’s belief in a strong state government
the Democratic Republican’s belief in a strong state government
Question 5
Q5

What was one reason for the formation of the Democratic Republican party?

(1 point)
Responses

The threat of war with Britain inspired a revolt against the Federalists
The threat of war with Britain inspired a revolt against the Federalists

Washington’s cabinet members wanted to form a new party to strengthen the federal government.
Washington’s cabinet members wanted to form a new party to strengthen the federal government.

Thomas Jefferson’s views clashed with those of Alexander Hamilton.
Thomas Jefferson’s views clashed with those of Alexander Hamilton.

The Alien and Sedition Acts outlined the need for a new political party.
The Alien and Sedition Acts outlined the need for a new political party.
Question 6
Q6

Why did Adams increase the size of the American navy?

(1 point)
Responses

He wanted to prepare for all-out war on Britain.
He wanted to prepare for all-out war on Britain.

He hoped it would deter more attacks by French ships
He hoped it would deter more attacks by French ships

He needed to use tax money to fund an increase in military spending.
He needed to use tax money to fund an increase in military spending.

Congress passed a law that required him to increase support for the navy

Answer 1

Here are the answers to your questions based on historical context:

Q1
Why was the presidency of George Washington considered to be so significant?
Answer: His actions would set precedents for all future presidents.

Q2
Why were Northern states in favor of Hamilton’s protective tariff?
Answer: The tariff allowed manufacturers in the North to charge higher prices for their products.

Q3
Based on the excerpt, what did Washington mean when he wrote that the maxim “honesty is the best policy” should be applied to foreign relations?
Answer: There was no need to be coy about U.S. intentions to avoid permanent alliances in the future.

Q4
Based on the table above, favoring the idea of national regulation of trade between states would be an example of which political party's stance listed in the chart?
Answer: the Federalist Party’s belief in a strong central government.

Q5
What was one reason for the formation of the Democratic Republican party?
Answer: Thomas Jefferson’s views clashed with those of Alexander Hamilton.

Q6
Why did Adams increase the size of the American navy?
Answer: He hoped it would deter more attacks by French ships.

If you have further questions or need more clarifications, feel free to ask!