John Adams

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What was the date of John Adams's inauguration as the second President of the United States?
March 4, 1797
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What were the two major political parties during John Adams's presidency?
Federalists and Democratic-Republicans
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Who was John Adams's political rival who became Vice President?
Thomas Jefferson
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What principle did Adams emphasize at the start of his presidency?
Strong central government and the rule of law.
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What controversial measures were introduced during Adams's presidency that reflected concern over dissent and foreign influence?
The Alien and Sedition Acts
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What was the name of the event that intensified U.S.-France relations during Adams’s presidency?
The XYZ Affair
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What did French agents demand during the XYZ Affair?
Bribes as a precondition for negotiation.
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What military conflict arose as a result of Adams's responses to international tensions with France?
The Quasi-War with France.
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How did Adams's presidency impact U.S. foreign policy?
It set important precedents for handling foreign threats while maintaining national sovereignty.
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What was a significant outcome of Adams’s early presidency regarding domestic politics?
He faced significant debate over his controversial decisions, particularly in foreign policy.