Quick Quiz Review Wash/Adam/Jeff

What were issues that Washington had to deal with in his terms as president? Native American uprisings in the West funded by the British. Farmers uprising in the West due to the Whiskey Tax. Spain closing the port of New Orleans to American trade. Political Parties – opposing views on government

President Washington demonstrated the government’s power under the new Constitution to enforce federal laws in the way he handled the???? Whiskey Rebellion

What was the document that Washington issued that served as the basis for his foreign policy? The Proclamation of Neutrality

Why did he feel it was necessary to issue this document? He feared that involvement in the war between France and Britain was dangerous.

Washington advised the nation of what 3 things in his “Farewell Address”? The negative influence of political parties Having too much national debt. Getting involved in the problems of other countries.

What were issues on which Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson had differing views? protective tariffs , establishing a national bank & the role and power of the federal government (strict construction vs. loose construction)

What was Adams’ primary goal when he became president? To improve the relationship between the United States and France.

What was Adams’ reason for convincing Congress to pass the Alien and Sedition Acts? To silence any opposition to his policies on France.

What was Madison and Jefferson’s response to the Alien and Sedition Acts? They convinced Kentucky and Virginia to pass resolutions saying they would not follow the laws because they were unconstitutional.

What are some of Washington’s precedents? Establishing a cabinet Only running for two terms as president. To remain neutral in foreign affairs, to give an inaugural and farewell address.

What happens today when there is a tie for the Presidency in the electoral college? The vote goes to the House of Representatives.

What are some of Washington’s precedents? Establishing a cabinet Only running for two terms as president. To remain neutral in foreign affairs, to give an inaugural and farewell address.

Which Amendment was passed as a result of the election of 1800?? 12th – which called for separate ballots for President and Vice President

The Supreme Court’s decision in the 1803 case Marbury v The Supreme Court’s decision in the 1803 case Marbury v. Madison is an example of??? Checks and Balances (Judicial Review)

Why did President Jefferson agree to buy Louisiana? He believed that the United States would benefit from the purchase  

The Lewis and Clark expedition was significant because it improved America’s knowledge of the West