Which of the Following Is True of the Election of 1808

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the election of 1808?

• A) The Federalists, as usual, were badly split and refused to engage in a public debate of the issues.
• B) The Younger Federalists used widespread discontent with Democratic-Republican policy, especially the embargo, to their advantage.
• C) James Madison was uncontested as the Democratic-Republican nominee.
• D) Madison virtually promised voters a war with Great Britain.

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Definitions:

Executive Agreements

Legally binding agreements between the president of the United States and foreign nations, not requiring Senate approval.

Treaty Power

This refers to the power of a country, often exercised by its executive branch, to negotiate, sign, and ratify treaties with other countries, subject to legislative approval in some cases.

Senate

The upper chamber of the United States Congress, consisting of two senators from each state, responsible for making and passing federal laws.

Executive Agreement

An agreement made between the President and a foreign government that is less formal than a treaty and does not require Senate ratification.