The XYZ Affair outraged many Americans. What was President John Adams's initial stance on how to handle the issue? Select 2 that apply

Question

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Adams asked Congress for a vote to declare war on France

Adams sent diplomats to negotiate with France

Adams wanted to declare war, but resisted due to political pressures

Adams wanted to stay out of European affairs

Answer 1

The two stances that apply to President John Adams's initial handling of the XYZ Affair are:

1. Adams sent diplomats to negotiate with France
2. Adams wanted to stay out of European affairs