History Unit 4 Flashcards
Which statement describes the impact of Washington’s military service?
Washington’s reputation grew based on his military leadership.
As president how did George Washington act toward Great Britain?
He worked for good relations with Great Britain.
Which of the following best explains why Washington is seen by many as an ideal president?
He never put himself before his country and felt that the government should serve the people.
George Washington correctly predicted a problem that the United States would later face. Which answer best describes what he predicted?
States would want more independence in the future.
Which statement best characterizes the relationship between the presidencies of Washington and Adams?
Washington worked hard to establish a new nation and Adams did his best to continue his work.
Which factor helped decide the 1800 Presidential election in Jefferson’s favor?
The Alien and Sedition Acts made many Americans feel that their individual rights were being violated.
Which of the following events that occurred during Jefferson’s presidency did not alter the balance of power between the United States and foreign nations?
the First Barbary War
Which event of Jefferson’s presidency changed the balance of power in American government?
The Marbury v. Madison decision allowed the courts to strike down laws that were unconstitutional.
Which aspects of Jefferson’s presidency best reflect his vision of an agrarian society?
Jefferson cut prices on public lands and encouraged westward settlement.
Which answer best compares the labor of indentured servants and the working-class laborers between 1763 and 1815?
Indentured servants worked for no wages in exchange for their future freedom while the working class earned a wage that was set by bosses.
Which answer is the best comparison of how slaves and indentured servants differed in the time period of 1763-1815?
Most slaves would never see freedom but indentured servants could eventually earn it.
Which answer describes the settlement of northern Florida in 1818?
It was made up of runaway slaves and Native Americans who fought the Americans.
