STAAR Points 14

Question 0

farmers in PA refused to pay the Federal tax on whiskey, Washington sent the militia to put down the rebellion, but the farmers fled before any fighting took place, FIRST TEST OF THE AUTHORITY OF THE NEW GOVERNMENT.

Answer 0

Whiskey Rebellion.

Question 1

organization that works to elect officials that will pass laws favorable to their ideas.

Answer 1

Political Party.

Question 2

led by Hamilton, favored sting federal government, economy based on manufacturing and trade, pro-British, should own property to be able to vote.

Answer 2

Federalist Party.

Question 3

led by Jefferson, favored states rights, economy should be based on agriculture, pro-French, all adult white males should be able to vote.

Answer 3

Democratic-Republican Party.

Question 4

President Washington warned the nation about the dangers of political parties and alliances with foreign countries. (stay out of foreign wars)

Answer 4

Washington’s Farewell Address.

Question 5

Jefferson bought the LA territory from France for 15 million dollars. It doubled the size of the U.S. control of the Mississippi River.

Answer 5

Louisiana Purchase. (1803)