Unit 7 Test

What was the main goal of Hamilton's Financial Plan?

• To create more jobs

• To pay off war debts and strengthen the economy

• To make the states more powerful

• To reduce taxes for everyone

As president, Washington was able to establish ____________, or decisions that would serve as examples for later presidents.

• precedents

• laws

• treaties

• policies

In 1790, where did most Americans live and work?

• In cities as merchants

• In the countryside on farms

• In towns as craftspeople

• On the frontier as explorers

What was a key issue raised by the Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions?

• The right to bear arms

• Freedom of religion

• States' rights vs. Federal power

• The right to a fair trial

How did President Adams respond to French aggression against American ships?

• He declared war on France

• He surrendered to French demands

• He strengthened the navy by building frigates

• He formed an alliance with Britain

What was the main reason President Jefferson wanted to purchase/buy New Orleans?

• To expand U.S. territory

• To allow farmers to trade goods through the port

• To prevent war with France

• To explore new lands

What does the word nullify mean?

• To create

• To cancel

• To support

• To raise taxes

What body was responsible for choosing the first president of the United States?

• The Continental Congress

• The Electoral College

• The Supreme Court

• The House of Representatives

Which treaty was between Spain and the U.S. and gave Americans the right to travel the Mississippi River?

• Pinckney's Treaty

• The Treaty of Paris

• Jay's Treaty

• The Treaty of Ghent

After winning the election of 1800, _______________ became the third president of the United States.

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton