Unit 4-Early Republic

Question 1

What was the duration of the Early Republic in the United States?

Answer 1

The Early Republic lasted from 1789 to 1824.

Question 2

Who was the first President of the United States?

Answer 2

George Washington.

Question 3

What major conflict occurred during the Early Republic period?

Answer 3

The War of 1812.

Question 4

What political party did Thomas Jefferson help to found?

Answer 4

The Democratic-Republican Party.

Question 5

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a cause of the War of 1812? A) Impressment of sailors B) Trade restrictions C) The Louisiana Purchase D) British support of Native American attacks

Answer 5

C) The Louisiana Purchase.

Question 6

What was the primary purpose of the Alien and Sedition Acts?

Answer 6

To restrict immigration and limit free speech against the government.

Question 7

What concept did the Monroe Doctrine establish in 1823?

Answer 7

Opposition to European colonialism in the Americas.

Question 8

Short Answer: What was the significance of the Treaty of Ghent?

Answer 8

It ended the War of 1812.