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What was the reason behind France's demand for bribes and loans in the XYZ Affair?
What was the reason behind France's demand for bribes and loans in the XYZ Affair?
- To establish a stronger alliance with the United States.
- To punish the United States for their support of Britain.
- To test the United States' willingness to negotiate. (correct)
- To fund their military campaigns against other European powers.
Which event led to the adoption of the Twelfth Amendment, reforming the Electoral College?
Which event led to the adoption of the Twelfth Amendment, reforming the Electoral College?
- The demand for bribes and loans in the XYZ Affair
- The presidential elections of 1800 (correct)
- The XYZ Affair
- The Sedition Acts
What was the response of Adams and his Cabinet to France's demand for bribes and loans in the XYZ Affair?
What was the response of Adams and his Cabinet to France's demand for bribes and loans in the XYZ Affair?
- They were outraged by France's demands (correct)
- They sought diplomatic negotiations with France
- They ignored France's demands
- They agreed to pay the demanded bribes and loans
How did the XYZ Affair impact Adams and the Federalist Party?
How did the XYZ Affair impact Adams and the Federalist Party?
Why did Adams and the Federalists enact the Sedition Acts?
Why did Adams and the Federalists enact the Sedition Acts?
What was the role of the Alien Friends Act, Alien Enemies Act, and Naturalization Act during John Adams' presidency?
What was the role of the Alien Friends Act, Alien Enemies Act, and Naturalization Act during John Adams' presidency?
How did the Democratic-Republicans feel about Adams' decisions towards France?
How did the Democratic-Republicans feel about Adams' decisions towards France?
What was the purpose of the Electoral College in presidential elections?
What was the purpose of the Electoral College in presidential elections?
How did the Founding Fathers determine the number of Electors in each state?
How did the Founding Fathers determine the number of Electors in each state?
What impact did the XYZ Affair have on Adams and the Federalist Party?
What impact did the XYZ Affair have on Adams and the Federalist Party?
What was the electoral count between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson in the presidential elections of 1800?
What was the electoral count between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson in the presidential elections of 1800?
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