Unit 4 (Early Republic)

Question 1

Who were the first 5 presidents?

Answer 1

George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe

Question 2

What was George Washington’s Farewell Address main points?

Answer 2

1. Don’t form political parties
2. Stay neutral in foreign affairs

Question 3

What was America’s first direct war after the revolution?

Answer 3

The War of 1812 due to impressed sailors.

Question 4

What was the outcome of the War of 1812?

Answer 4

Stalemate between the British and Americans.

Question 5

What were the 2 main parties and their beliefs?

Answer 5

The Federalist Party and the Democratic-Republican Party. The Federalists aimed to create a stronger federal government, and aimed to cater towards the northern economy, while the Democratic-Republican Party aimed to reduce federal strength and catered to the southern economy.

Question 6

What was the Louisiana Purchase?

Answer 6

Bought in 1803 from France, and doubled American land.