US History: The New Republic 1790 – 1820

1 page double spaced total.

Answer only TWO of the four questions using the Critical Thinking/Evidence-Based Response method. 1-2 paragraphs per question.

1. Describe Alexander Hamilton’s plans to address the nation’s financial woes. Which aspects proved most controversial, and why? What elements of the foundation Hamilton laid can still be found in the system today?

2. What led to the passage of the Alien and Sedition Acts? What made them so controversial?

3. What was the most significant impact of the War of 1812?

4. In what ways did the events of this era pose challenges to the U.S. Constitution? What constitutional issues were raised, and how were they addressed?