Question

What policy did President Washington follow during the period of war in Europe following the French Revolution?
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Responses

He remained neutral toward all European powers to avoid conflict.
He remained neutral toward all European powers to avoid conflict.

He acted to promote democracy across Europe.
He acted to promote democracy across Europe.

He promised to fight European powers who threatened American neutrality.
He promised to fight European powers who threatened American neutrality.

He signed Jay’s Treaty to form an alliance with Britain.
He signed Jay’s Treaty to form an alliance with Britain.

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The correct response is:

He remained neutral toward all European powers to avoid conflict.

President Washington's policy during the period of war in Europe following the French Revolution was to maintain neutrality and avoid entanglement in foreign conflicts. This approach is exemplified by his Farewell Address, where he warned against permanent alliances and urged the nation to steer clear of international disputes.