The XYZ Affair outraged many Americans. What was President John Adams's initial stance on how to handle the issue?
Select all that apply.
(1 point)
• 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.
Pick two
• Adams sent diplomats to negotiate with France.
• Adams wanted to stay out of European affairs.
Based on the information provided, the two options that best match President John Adams's initial stance on how to handle the XYZ Affair are:
1. Adams sent diplomats to negotiate with France.
2. Adams wanted to stay out of European affairs.
Adams sent diplomats to negotiate with France.
Adams wanted to stay out of European affairs.