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SS Vocab Test
Political Parties, Events, and Ideas of the Early Republic (16-30)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Federalist Party | A political party that supported a strong national government, a national bank, and close ties with Great Britain. |
| Democratic-Republican Party | A political party led by Thomas Jefferson that favored states’ rights, limited government, and support for farmers. |
| Precedent | An action or decision that sets an example for future leaders to follow, such as Washington’s two-term presidency. |
| Whiskey Rebellion | A 1794 protest against a federal tax on whiskey that showed the new government’s ability to enforce laws. |
| Electoral College | The system used to elect the President of the United States, where states cast electoral votes based on popular voting. |
| XYZ Affair | A diplomatic conflict between the United States and France that increased tensions and angered Americans in the late 1790s. |
| Alien and Sedition Acts | Laws passed under John Adams that limited free speech and made it harder for immigrants to become citizens. |
| French Revolution | A major revolution in France that inspired American political debate and influenced U.S. foreign policy decisions. |
| Neutrality Proclamation | A declaration by George Washington stating that the United States would not take sides in foreign wars. |
| War of 1812 | A war between the United States and Great Britain caused by trade restrictions, impressment of sailors, and expansion conflicts. |
| Louisiana Purchase | The 1803 purchase of land from France that doubled the size of the United States and expanded westward settlement. |
| Lewis and Clark Expedition | An exploration mission sent by Jefferson to explore the Louisiana Territory and find a route to the Pacific Ocean. |
| The Duel | The 1804 duel in which Aaron Burr killed Alexander Hamilton, ending Hamilton’s political career and damaging Burr’s reputation. |
| French Revolution | A European uprising that raised questions about democracy, violence, and America’s role in international affairs. |
| Judicial Review | The power of the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional, established in Marbury v. Madison. |
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