Unit 5-Foreign Policy Quiz

Neutrality, isolation, imperialism, and expansionism are examples of

• US foreign policies

• Types of diplomacy

• Policies of George Washington

• Cold War policies

How did the conflicts between the American colonists and Britain get resolved?

• The American Revolution & Treaty of Paris

• Shays' Rebellion & the Articles of Confederation

• The Magna Carta & Bloodless Revolution

• The Bill of Rights & Civil War

How did the US try to help its economy during the European conflicts?

• By stopping all trade

• By increasing taxes

• By maintaining trade with all countries

• By forming new alliances

Which presidents' foreign policies were tested by the European conflicts during the French Revolution?

• Washington, Adams, and Jefferson

• Adams, Jefferson, and Madison

• Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe

• Washington, Jefferson, and Monroe

What was the basis of America's foreign policy during and after George Washington's presidency?

• Expansionism

• Neutrality

• Isolationism

• Militarism

What was the result of the XYZ Affair during John Adams' presidency?

• A formal declaration of war with France

• A "quasi-war" with France lasting 2 years

• A peace treaty with France

• An alliance with France

What was outlawed by the Sedition Acts of 1798 and 1918?

• Freedom of religion

• Criticism of government officials or policies

• Import of foreign goods

• Formation of political parties

What was the purpose of the Embargo Act of 1807?

• To increase trade with Britain

• To ban American ships from foreign ports and avoid war

• To form an alliance with France

• To expand the American navy

What practice did the British Royal Navy engage in during the early 1800s that led to the War of 1812?

• Free trade

• Impressment

• Diplomacy

• Neutrality

What is the main goal of protectionism in foreign policy?

• Expanding territory

• Reducing national security

• Protecting economic interests through tariffs

• Promoting free trade