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Thomas Jefferson commented, "If I could not go to heaven but with a party, I would not go at all." Yet political parties did develop during the 1790s. Why were Federalists and Republicans suspicious of parties?

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Which of the following does NOT accurately state a principle that Jefferson espoused?


A) People may be trusted to make political choices based on correct principles.
B) Radical change is periodically necessary to make sure that equality and democracy continue to be . extended to all men and women of all races and faiths.
C) Human reason is the powerful tool that will unlock the secrets of nature and improve human society.
D) The life of the independent farmer in a free market is an economically preferable and morally superior
Social condition.

E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

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Which of the following was NOT one of the goals of Alexander Hamilton's financial proposals?


A) stimulate the essentially virtuous nature of ordinary citizens, who could take advantage of new economic opportunities
B) stimulate commerce and manufacturing through the power and positive actions of the national government
C) win the loyalty of the wealthy to the national government
D) make the U.S. as a whole independent of European control by strengthening it economically

E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

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Discuss the major differences between the principles of the Federalists and the Republicans. How was each difference reflected in disputes over specific policies in the 1790s? Of the differences you note, which do you think was the most important, and why?

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Although the Federalists did not want to see Ohio settled, they did allow the sale of federal land. How did they seek to minimize settlement in this area?


A) high prices and a minimum required purchase of 320 acres
B) high prices and a minimum required purchase of 420 acres
C) high prices and a minimum required purchase of 640 acres
D) high prices and a minimum required purchase of 1,280 acres

E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

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What larger social pattern helps explain the clashes between whites and Indians on the Ohio frontier and, more specifically, their resort to both religious renewal movements and abusive consumption of increased quantities of alcohol?


A) Neither tribal villages nor backcountry villages felt any cultural or economic need for the other.
B) Traditional cultural systems were breaking down, creating great cultural stress.
C) Birth rates in both groups were rising sharply, imposing great pressures on the land.
D) Both groups had abandoned their religious roots and rejected calls to return to traditional beliefs.

E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

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During the war of 1812, a three-pronged invasion was sent against Canada. All of the following were starting points for the invasion EXCEPT


A) Lake Erie.
B) Detroit.
C) Niagara.
D) Lake Champlain.

E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

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Why did the election of 1800 mark a milestone in the history of the United States? Describe the election, its outcome, and its significance.

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The election of 1800 marked a milestone in the history of the United States for several reasons. It was the first time that power was peacefully transferred from one political party to another, setting a precedent for future transitions of power. The election also highlighted the flaws in the original electoral system, leading to the passage of the 12th Amendment, which addressed issues with the electoral college. The election of 1800 was a contentious and bitter contest between the Federalist incumbent John Adams and the Democratic-Republican challenger Thomas Jefferson. The outcome of the election was particularly significant because it resulted in a tie between Jefferson and his running mate, Aaron Burr, leading to a prolonged and controversial process of deciding the winner in the House of Representatives. Ultimately, Jefferson emerged as the victor, and Burr became his Vice President. The significance of this election lies in the peaceful transfer of power from the Federalists to the Democratic-Republicans, despite the intense partisan divisions and the flaws in the electoral process. It demonstrated the resilience of the young American democracy and the ability of the political system to adapt and evolve. The election of 1800 also ushered in a new era of political dominance for the Democratic-Republicans and marked the decline of the Federalist Party, shaping the future of American politics for years to come. Overall, the election of 1800 was a pivotal moment in the history of the United States, demonstrating the strength and adaptability of the democratic system.

How did Federalists and Republicans differ on economic issues? Were economic issues the most important factors in the emergence of political parties in the 1790s?

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The Federalists and Republicans differed on economic issues in several ways. The Federalists, led by Alexander Hamilton, believed in a strong central government and a national bank to manage the country's finances. They also supported protective tariffs to protect American industries from foreign competition and believed in a loose interpretation of the Constitution to allow for broader federal powers. On the other hand, the Republicans, led by Thomas Jefferson, believed in a more limited role for the federal government and opposed the national bank and protective tariffs. They also favored a strict interpretation of the Constitution, which they believed limited the powers of the federal government to those explicitly stated in the document. Economic issues were indeed among the most important factors in the emergence of political parties in the 1790s. The divide between the Federalists and Republicans on economic policy reflected deeper philosophical differences about the role of government and the nature of the United States. These differences led to the formation of distinct political parties, each with their own vision for the country's future. The disagreement over economic issues was a key factor in the development of these political parties and helped shape the political landscape of the early United States.

How did foreign policy issues accelerate the emergence of political parties in the U.S.?


A) The French schemed to set up a friendly faction within the U.S. government.
B) Divided over whether France represented republicanism or anarchy, the two sides came to suspect the worst intentions of the other and organized parties against each other.
C) Pinckney's Treaty so blatantly met the interests of the commercial areas against the interests of the semisubsistence sector that the leaders of agrarian America rallied around the treaty fight and founded a party.
D) With both sides violating American neutral rights, the party that exploited American anger and fought . for American rights was able to win the election of 1800.

E) All of the above
F) None of the above

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Tenskwatawa (the Prophet) ________, while his brother Tecumseh ________.


A) allied with Great Britain during the War of 1812; tried unsuccessfully to follow the path of assimilation
B) led a religious revival among western tribes; led a military alliance among western tribes
C) encouraged his fellow Indians to adapt carefully and selectively to what whites had to offer; rejected all . contact with whites and sought a return to traditional ways
D) had his greatest following among tribes of the upper Midwest; won widespread support among the southern tribes

E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

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Give several examples of political violence in the 1790s. How was this behavior different from what we expect in politics today?

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What social and economic groups in American society tended to support the Federalist party? Why did each do so? Why did commercial groups generally support the Federalists?

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________ was the man who took the lead in organizing the Republican party opposition.

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In what ways did the Federalists and Republicans look back to the Revolution in their ideologies? In what ways did they look ahead to the nineteenth century? ch09 Key

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What is semisubsistence farming? Describe and discuss it in terms of both its economic and social aspects. What attitude did most semisubsistence farmers take toward government?

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What event sounded the death knell of the Federalist party?


A) the election of James Monroe to the presidency
B) the Hartford Convention
C) the new nationalism Americans felt
D) the return of peace after the war of 1812

E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

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How did African Americans react to being excluded from political festivals and public jubilees?


A) They organized their own celebrations.
B) They protested to attract media attention.
C) They adopted an attitude of indifference to politics.
D) They self-published poetry, slave narratives, and pamphlets.

E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

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Which president was the first to be inaugurated in Washington,D. C?


A) John Adams
B) Thomas Jefferson
C) James Madison
D) James Monroe

E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

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Name three events that contributed to worsening relations between the United States and France in the 1790s. How did each event strain relations between the two countries?

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