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Chapter 8 - Give Me Liberty Flashcards
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Who was made Secretary of State under George Washington?

  • John Adams
  • Alexander Hamilton
  • Thomas Jefferson (correct)
  • John Jay
  • Which of the following individuals was Vice President under George Washington?

  • Alexander Hamilton
  • John Adams (correct)
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • John Jay
  • Who headed the Treasury Department under George Washington?

    Alexander Hamilton

    What significant report did Alexander Hamilton create in 1791?

    <p>Report on Manufactures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A protective tariff is a tax on goods exported from the country.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main purpose of the protective tariff?

    <p>To raise the price of imports so people would buy domestic goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the bond speculators?

    <p>Individuals who bought bonds at low prices to resell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term refers to the idea that the federal government should only exercise powers specifically listed in the Constitution?

    <p>Strict constructionism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who designed the federal city of Washington, D.C.?

    <p>Pierre-Charles L'Enfant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which treaty stated that the British would abandon their western frontier outposts?

    <p>Jay's Treaty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Federalists were supporters of the Washington Administration who favored close relations with France.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group was led by Madison and Jefferson and favored strong state governments?

    <p>Democratic-Republicans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event occurred when Pennsylvania farmers protested taxes on whiskey?

    <p>Whiskey Rebellion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Washington warn against in his Farewell Address?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the Alien and Sedition Acts?

    <p>Four measures that limited freedom of speech and press</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The XYZ Affair involved American diplomats bribing French officials.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main outcome of Marbury v. Madison?

    <p>Judicial review was established</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant land acquisition occurred in 1803 that doubled the size of the United States?

    <p>Louisiana Purchase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the War Hawks?

    <p>A group that pushed for war against Britain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Treaty of Ghent known for?

    <p>Confirming U.S. sovereignty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main goal of the Lewis and Clark expedition?

    <p>To explore and map the newly acquired territory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Key Figures

    • Thomas Jefferson: Served as Secretary of State under George Washington, advocated for strict constructionism.
    • John Adams: Vice President under George Washington, played a significant role in early U.S. politics.
    • Alexander Hamilton: Headed the Treasury; established economic plans and created the Bank of the U.S., aiming to stabilize the national economy.
    • John Jay: The first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, known for drafting a controversial treaty with Britain.

    Economic Plans and Policies

    • Hamilton's Report on Manufactures (1791): Advocated for tariffs and government subsidies to develop U.S. manufacturing capabilities, a key component of Hamilton's economic strategy.
    • Protective Tariff: Tax on imports designed to encourage domestic goods by raising prices on foreign products.
    • Bond Speculators: Individuals who bought bonds at half price, seeking to profit from their resale as the value increased.

    Political Divisions

    • Strict Constructionists: Supported a literal interpretation of the Constitution, opposing the National Bank; Jefferson was a prominent figure among them.
    • Federalists: Backed Washington's administration, supported Hamilton's policies, and favored strong relations with Britain.
    • Republicans: Led by Madison and Jefferson, promoting agrarian interests and political power for the people, favoring France.

    Key Events and Treaties

    • Whiskey Rebellion (1794): Pennsylvania farmers protested against whiskey taxes, leading to the deployment of a militia to suppress the uprising.
    • Jay's Treaty (1794): Agreement with Britain, which included the withdrawal of British troops from American territories and facilitated trade.
    • XYZ Affair (1797): Diplomatic incident leading to an undeclared war with France; U.S. refused to pay bribes demanded by French agents.

    Legislative Measures

    • Alien and Sedition Acts (1798): Four laws restricting speech and the liberties of non-citizens; allowed deportation of "dangerous" individuals and penalized critical speech against the government.
    • Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions (1798): Responses to the Sedition Acts, asserting states' rights to nullify unconstitutional laws.

    Elections and Judicial Development

    • Election of 1800: Sherman Jefferson and Aaron Burr tied in electoral votes, leading to a House decision that resulted in Jefferson's presidency.
    • Judicial Review: Established by the case Marbury v. Madison (1803), allowing courts to determine the constitutionality of laws.

    Territorial Expansion

    • Louisiana Purchase (1803): Acquisition of land from France that doubled the size of the U.S. for $15 million; facilitated westward expansion.
    • Lewis and Clark Expedition: Commissioned by Jefferson to explore the new territory, map routes, and establish American presence.

    Conflict and War

    • War of 1812: Fought between the U.S. and Britain over trade issues; sometimes termed the second war of independence.
    • Battle of New Orleans: Notable victory for U.S. forces led by Andrew Jackson, boosting national pride despite occurring after the war ended.
    • Treaty of Ghent (1814): Ended the War of 1812, restoring pre-war boundaries and confirming U.S. sovereignty.

    Agreements and Treaties

    • Rush-Bagot Agreement: Limited naval armaments on the Great Lakes, promoting peace between the U.S. and Britain.
    • Pinckney's Treaty: Secured navigation rights on the Mississippi River for U.S. traders and established a boundary with Spanish territories.

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