What affect did the war between France and England (before the War of 1812) have on the United States?

a. The United States was forced to choose to work with Britain
b. The unwillingness of the French to negotiate resulted in bad feeling between the US and France
c. It tested the United States willingness to continue George Washington's policy of neutrality.
d. The United States was forced to choose to work with France

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The correct answer is:

c. It tested the United States' willingness to continue George Washington's policy of neutrality.

During the conflicts between France and England, particularly the Napoleonic Wars, the United States faced significant pressure to pick a side, which put its policy of neutrality to the test. While there were complex relationships involved, the overall tension and conflicts forced the U.S. to navigate its foreign policy carefully.