Early American History Multiple Choice Quiz

Jefferson and Hamilton's Disagreement

• Jefferson and Hamilton disagreed on the role of the federal government in the economy.
• Jefferson believed in a limited federal government, favoring states' rights and an agrarian economy.
• Hamilton advocated for a strong central government, promoting industry and national economic growth.
• Their clash centered on issues like the national bank, tariffs, and funding the national debt.

Washington and Native Americans

• Washington faced challenges in dealing with Native American tribes who resisted American expansion.
• The Northwest Indian War saw confrontations between American forces and tribes like the Miami Confederacy led by Little Turtle.
• Little Turtle was a skilled strategist and defeated American forces at several battles, including Harmar's Defeat and St. Clair's Defeat.
• The war ended with the Treaty of Greenville in 1795, where tribes ceded vast lands to the U.S.

Establishing the Court System

• The Judiciary Act of 1789 established the federal court system.
• It created the Supreme Court, comprised of a Chief Justice and five associate justices.
• The Act also established lower federal courts, including district courts and circuit courts.
• This laid the foundation for the independent judicial branch of the United States government.

Washington's Neutrality Declaration

• The French Revolution created tension between the U.S. and Great Britain, who were at war.
• France sought American support, while Britain pressured the U.S. to remain neutral.
• Washington, recognizing the fledgling nation's need for stability and to avoid entangling alliances, issued the Proclamation of Neutrality in 1793.
• This declaration reaffirmed the U.S.'s commitment to neutrality and established a precedent for American foreign policy.

Test your knowledge of early American history with this multiple choice quiz. Questions cover topics such as the Whiskey Rebellion, disagreements between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton, George Washington's presidency, and international relations during the French Revolution.