Unit Test

Question 1

Why did the French begin seizing American ships at sea?

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They were angered by what they saw as American support of Britain.

Question 2

How did Democratic-Republicans react to the Alien and Sedition Acts?

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They opposed them by charging that they were unconstitutional.

Question 3

After the XYZ Affair, there was a negative reaction in the United States to

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the French.; President Adams.

Question 4

Which of the following best summarizes the outcome of the affair?

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Adams avoided war but created conflict within his party.

Question 5

Who did the Alien and Sedition Acts target? Check all that apply.

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Immigrants; Democratic-Republicans

Question 6

What was the purpose of the Harrison Land Act?

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To encourage White settlement in the Northwest Territory

Question 7

How did Thomas Jefferson respond to the Judiciary Act?

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He refused to send letters of commission to all of the appointees.

Question 8

Why did the House of Representatives have to settle the election of 1800?

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Two candidates had the same number of electoral votes.

Question 9

The election of 1800 is historically important for which of the following reasons? Check all that apply.

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Power transferred peacefully from one party to another.; The House of Representatives had to decide the outcome of the election.; The Federalists lost power.

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