chapter 8 history

3. Affair Diplomatic incident between the U.S. and France that led to the Quasi War.
5. Resolutions State resolutions asserting the right to nullify federal laws.
7. A group of advisors to the President, including department heads.
8. War Undeclared naval war between the U.S. and France in the late 18th century.
9. Madison Fourth President of the United States and a key contributor to the U.S. Constitution.
11. and Sedition Acts Laws passed during John Adams' presidency, restricting speech critical of the government.
15. of Neutrality Washington's declaration to remain neutral in the conflict between France and Britain.
17. Financial support for the government, often related to Hamilton's economic plan.
20. Adams Second President of the United States.
21. (Democratic-Republicans) Early political party led by Thomas Jefferson, advocating for states' rights.
23. Constructionists Those who interpret the Constitution narrowly, limiting federal powers to what is explicitly stated.
25. Supporters of a strong federal government and the Constitution.
28. The practice of forcing American sailors into the British Navy, a cause of the War of 1812.
30. Washington First President of the United States and a Founding Father.

1. Genêt French diplomat who sought American support during the French Revolution.
2. Appointments Judges appointed by John Adams in the last hours of his presidency.
4. Act of 1801 Legislation passed by the Federalist-controlled Congress to create new judgeships.
6. The federal government taking on state debts from the Revolutionary War.
10. Hamilton Founding Father, first Secretary of the Treasury, and advocate for a strong federal government.
12. Revolution A period of radical social and political change in France.
13. Treaty Agreement between the U.S. and Britain to address issues unresolved by the Treaty of Paris 1783.
14. of Rights The first ten amendments to the United States Constitution, protecting individual liberties.
16. Constructionists Those who interpret the Constitution broadly, allowing for implied powers.
18. Rebellion Protest against taxes on whiskey in the early years of the United States.
19. Farewell Address A farewell speech by George Washington, advising against permanent alliances.
22. Boone Frontiersman and explorer of the American West.
24. Act of 1789 Legislation that established the federal court system and the Supreme Court.
26. Jefferson Third President of the United States and primary author of the Declaration of Independence.
27. Bank Financial institution proposed by Alexander Hamilton to manage the country's finances.
29. Resolutions State resolutions asserting the right to nullify federal laws.