US History 1 Chapter 6 Quiz

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Washington, Jefferson and Hamilton, among such topics as the Louisiana Purchase and the French Revolution are all topics discussed in this particular quiz on the history of the United States. What can you tell us?


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  • 1. 

    One of President Washington's and Congress's first tasks was to create a

    • A.

      Cabinet

    • B.

      Constitution

    • C.

      New Congress

    • D.

      Judicial system

    Correct Answer
    D. Judicial system
    Explanation
    After President Washington and Congress were established, one of their initial responsibilities was to establish a judicial system. This would involve creating the framework and structure for the federal courts, including the Supreme Court. The judicial system was crucial for maintaining the balance of power and ensuring the fair interpretation and application of the laws outlined in the Constitution. By establishing a judicial system, Washington and Congress aimed to uphold justice and provide a means for resolving legal disputes at the federal level.

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  • 2. 

    Unlike Jefferson, Hamilton favored a

    • A.

      Farming-based economy

    • B.

      Limited central government

    • C.

      National bank

    • D.

      Democracy of the virtuous

    Correct Answer
    C. National bank
    Explanation
    Hamilton favored a national bank because he believed it would provide stability and support for the economy. He saw it as a way to manage the country's finances, regulate currency, and promote economic growth. Hamilton believed that a national bank would also help establish the United States' creditworthiness and strengthen its position in international trade. Additionally, he saw it as a means to consolidate power and influence within the federal government, which aligned with his belief in a strong central government.

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  • 3. 

    The official American response to the French Revolution was

    • A.

      Neutrality

    • B.

      Financial support only

    • C.

      Favorable to the aristocracy

    • D.

      Military and financial support

    Correct Answer
    A. Neutrality
    Explanation
    The official American response to the French Revolution was neutrality. This means that the United States did not take a side in the conflict between the French revolutionaries and the monarchy. Instead, they chose to remain impartial and not get involved in the internal affairs of France. This decision was likely influenced by the desire to avoid being dragged into another costly war, as well as the belief in the principles of non-interference and self-determination.

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  • 4. 

    As a result of the Louisiana Purchase, the United States

    • A.

      Decentralized its government

    • B.

      Doubled in size

    • C.

      Threatened Spain

    • D.

      Alienated French allies

    Correct Answer
    B. Doubled in size
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "doubled in size". The Louisiana Purchase refers to the acquisition of a large territory from France by the United States in 1803. This territory, which stretched from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains, effectively doubled the size of the United States. This expansion had significant implications for the country, including increased land for settlement and resources, as well as furthering the idea of manifest destiny.

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  • 5. 

    All these led to the War of 1812 EXCEPT

    • A.

      Midnight judges

    • B.

      The Chesapeake incident

    • C.

      British-armed Native Americans

    • D.

      British impressment of Americans

    Correct Answer
    A. Midnight judges
    Explanation
    The War of 1812 was primarily caused by the British impressment of Americans, the Chesapeake incident, and the support of British-armed Native Americans. The appointment of midnight judges, however, was not a direct cause of the war. The term "midnight judges" refers to a group of judges appointed by President John Adams late at night before he left office. While this event did contribute to political tensions between the Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans, it did not directly lead to the outbreak of the War of 1812.

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