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Which political party did John Adams belong to when he was elected as the 2nd president of the United States?
Which political party did John Adams belong to when he was elected as the 2nd president of the United States?
- Democratic-Republican
- Whig
- Federalist (correct)
- Democratic
Why did Adams send delegates to France?
Why did Adams send delegates to France?
- To declare war on France
- To request military assistance
- To discuss trade agreements
- To negotiate a peace treaty (correct)
What did Adams prioritize when making decisions regarding the conflict with France?
What did Adams prioritize when making decisions regarding the conflict with France?
- His own political gain
- The best interests of the country (correct)
- The interests of his political party
- The demands of France
Study Notes
John Adams' Presidency
- John Adams was a member of the Federalist Party when he was elected as the 2nd president of the United States.
Adams' Foreign Policy
- Adams sent delegates to France to negotiate a peaceful resolution to the Quasi-War conflict.
- When making decisions regarding the conflict with France, Adams prioritized maintaining peace and avoiding a full-scale war.
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Test your knowledge of John Adams and his role as the 2nd president of the United States. Explore his efforts to resolve conflicts with France, his stance on war, and his commitment to civic virtue.
