Washington, Adams, and Jefferson Review

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How many terms did John Adams serve as president?

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1

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Which political party supported a loose interpretation of the Constitution?

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Federalists

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Which political party wanted a weak federal government?

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Democratic-Republicans

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The XYZ Affair controversy happened because....

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French diplomats demanded a bribe to meet with American diplomats

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What was the purpose of the Sedition Act?

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To prevent people from criticizing the government

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French agents attempted to get a bribe from US diplomats in exchange for an agreement that France would no longer attack American ships.

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XYZ Affair

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It was illegal to "write, print, say or publish" any false or hostile words against the government.

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Sedition Act

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President allowed to deport any immigrant who is considered dangerous to the country.

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Alien Act

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Jefferson purchased the Louisiana Territory from

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France

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After the Electoral College determined the election was a tie, who cast the tie breaker?

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House of Representatives