American Diplomacy after the Revolutionary War

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What was one of the main issues that led to the tensions between the US and Britain?

American ships' seizure

Tariffs on American goods

American sailors' arrest (correct)

Impressive British ships

Why did Britain begin to seize American ships and sailors?

To boost their naval forces (correct)

Due to conflicts with France

To weaken the US economy

As a response to American tariffs

What was the purpose of Chief Justice John Jay's visit to Britain?

Spy on British naval activities

Organize a rebellion against Britain

Boost American trade in the West Indies

Negotiate a treaty to prevent war (correct)

Which provision was NOT part of the Jay Treaty between the US and Britain?

Expansion of British control in North America Signup and view all the answers

Why did many Americans protest against the Jay Treaty?

It favored British interests over American ones Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the Jay Treaty have on the tensions between the US and Britain?

Reduced tensions somewhat Signup and view all the answers

What action did Britain take that led to the Jay Treaty negotiations?

Seized American ships and sailors Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main reasons the Jay Treaty failed to fully satisfy many Americans?

It did not address the issue of impressment Signup and view all the answers

Which result did the Jay Treaty achieve despite its shortcomings?

Prevention of war between Britain and the US Signup and view all the answers

What role did Chief Justice John Jay play in the negotiations between the US and Britain?

He negotiated the terms of the Jay Treaty on behalf of the US Signup and view all the answers

What geographical area were American traders restricted from doing business in by the Jay Treaty?

West Indies Signup and view all the answers

Which action by Britain most directly contributed to escalating tensions with the US prior to the Jay Treaty negotiations?

Arresting American sailors for impressment Signup and view all the answers

What reason led Britain to impose tariffs on American goods?

In response to American tariffs Signup and view all the answers

What impact did impressment have on American sailors?

They were forced to work on British ships Signup and view all the answers

Why did Chief Justice John Jay negotiate a treaty with Britain?

To resolve escalating conflicts with Britain Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the Jay Treaty was a point of contention for many Americans?

The restriction on American traders in the West Indies Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the outcomes of the Jay Treaty that helped prevent a war between Britain and the US?

Reduced tensions between the two countries Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Jay Treaty fail to fully address the issue of impressment?

The Senate rejected this provision of the treaty Signup and view all the answers

Which provision of the Jay Treaty did not extend beyond restrictions in the West Indies for American traders?

Limitations on trade in South America Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant concession made by Britain in the negotiations for the Jay Treaty?

Partial withdrawal from some disputed territory Signup and view all the answers