Why was the presidency of George Washington considered to be so significant?
(1 point)
• His actions would define the role of the Supreme Court.
• His actions would set precedents for all future presidents.
• His actions would determine the need for a president.
• His actions would test the president's constitutional authority.
All of the above options are correct and contribute to why the presidency of George Washington was considered to be so significant.
pick the correct answer please
The correct answer is:
• His actions would set precedents for all future presidents.
Why were Northern states in favor of Hamilton's protective tariff?
(1 point)
• 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 made goods produced in the North less expensive than imported goods.
• The tariff had less of an effect on businesses in the North than it did on those in the South.
The correct answer is:
• The tariff made goods produced in the North less expensive than imported goods.
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
Use the excerpt to answer the question.
What did Washington mean when he wrote that the maxim "honesty is the best policy" should be applied to foreign relations?
(1 point)
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
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 maintains a separation from other nations' policies.
The correct answer is:
There was no need to be coy about U.S. intentions to avoid permanent alliances in the future.
Use the table to answer the question.
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)
• the Federalist Party's belief in a strong central government
• the Democratic Republican's support for strict interpretation of the Constitution
• the Federalist Party's support of protective tariffs
• the Democratic Republican's belief in a strong state government
Based on the information given, favoring the idea of national regulation of trade between states would align with the Federalist Party's belief in a strong central government.
What was one reason for the formation of the Democratic Republican party?
(1 point)
O 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.
• The Alien and Sedition Acts outlined the need for a new political party.
• The threat of war with Britain inspired a revolt against the Federalists.
The correct answer is:
Thomas Jefferson's views clashed with those of Alexander Hamilton.
Why did Adams increase the size of the American navy?
(1 point)
• He wanted to prepare for all-out war on Britain.
• He hoped it would deter more attacks by French ships.
• 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.
The correct answer is:
He hoped it would deter more attacks by French ships.
Why did Congress decide the election of 1800? Select two that apply.
(1 point)
• Based on the outcome, it was mandated by the U.S. Constitution.
• The popular vote was a tie.
• No candidate won the electoral vote.
• Not enough citizens voted to determine the outcome.
The correct answers are:
• The popular vote was a tie.
• No candidate won the electoral vote.
Why did Jefferson pursue a laissez-faire economic system in the United States?
(1 point)
• It was a mandate following the Marbury v. Madison Supreme Court ruling.
• The size of the federal government increases under a free market economy.
• A free market economy was necessary for the purchase of the Louisiana territory.
• Implementing a free market economy limits the role of the federal government.
The correct answer is:
Implementing a free market economy limits the role of the federal government.
What caused Napoleon to decide to sell the Louisiana Territory to the United States?
(1 point)
• It was too far away to govern effectively.
• The Louisiana Territory was no longer useful to him after a slave revolt in Haiti.
• He could no longer control the Native Americans living in the territory.
• He was about to lose it in a war to Spain, so he decided to sell it instead.
The correct answer is:
The Louisiana Territory was no longer useful to him after a slave revolt in Haiti.
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Non-Intercourse Act?
(1 point)
O to forbid the U.S. from trading with Britain and France so the countries would recognize U.S. trading rights
O to allow U.S. merchants to resume trade with all countries except Britain and France
O to limit the types of goods that U.S. merchants could trade with Britain and France
• to allow U.S. merchants to trade only with Britain and France but not any other countries
The correct answer is:
• to allow U.S. merchants to resume trade with all countries except Britain and France