The Federalist Era Review Questions

Front

In addition to the Department of State and the Department of War, which executive department was one of the first set up by Congress?

Back

Treasury Department

Front

Why did Hamilton want to establish a national bank?

Back

All of the above: to help the government collect taxes, to give the nation a stable currency, to expand businesses by making loans.

Front

According to Hamilton, which part of the Constitution allowed Congress to set up a national bank?

Back

The Necessary and Proper Clause

Front

Which of these slogans would Hamilton support?

• Power to the common people
• Farming, not factories
• Greatness through trade
• Keep state governments strong

Back

Greatness through trade

Front

Because they supported small government with limited powers, Jefferson and the Democratic-Republicans favored

Back

A strict construction of the Constitution.

Front

Which statement reflects a view held by Thomas Jefferson?

Back

Informed citizens can make good decisions for the country.

Front

Which statement about Thomas Jefferson is true?

Back

He was a great writer.

Front

What was the outcome of the election of 1796?

Back

John Adams became President.

Front

Sedition

Back

encouraging rebellion against the government

Front

Who supported the Alien and Sedition Acts?

Back

Alexander Hamilton