Unit 1-President Adams-Lesson 5-Election of 1796 Flashcards
1
Q
Who won the Election for President in 1796?
A
John Adams
2
Q
Who became the Vice President in 1796?
A
Thomas Jefferson
3
Q
What was the issue with having John Adams and Thomas Jefferson as President and Vice President?
A
They were from different political parties with different values and goals
4
Q
What did having John Adams and Thomas Jefferson as running mates cause?
A
Sectionalism
5
Q
What is Sectionalism?
A
Sectionalism refers to a strong loyalty or support for the interests and concerns of one’s own region or section of a country, rather than the country as a whole.
