The XYZ Affair and its Impact on John Adams & the Federalist Party
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Which action by France outraged Adams and his Cabinet during the XYZ Affair?

  • France imposed trade restrictions
  • France demanded bribes (correct)
  • France declared war
  • France requested loans
  • What impact did the XYZ Affair have on Adams and the Federalist Party?

  • It caused the Federalists to lose control of Congress
  • It weakened Adam's popularity
  • It strengthened Adam's popularity (correct)
  • It had no impact on Adams or the Federalist Party
  • Why did Adams and the Federalists enact the Sedition Acts?

  • To prevent rebellion by foreigners living in the U.S. (correct)
  • To control the political discussion before the next election
  • To support France
  • To encourage foreign support for the government
  • What was the main objective of the Sedition Acts?

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