As a Result of the Actions Taken by President Adams

question 26

Multiple Choice

As a result of the actions taken by President Adams in 1799,________.

• A) he was overwhelmingly reelected in 1800
• B) the United States resolved its differences with France
• C) the Federalist Party remained the major party
• D) France compensated the United States for ships taken
• E) the French added even more restrictions on U.S. commerce

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Definitions:

Aristotle

An ancient Greek philosopher and scientist, one of the greatest intellectual figures of Western history, he made vast contributions to various fields, including logic, metaphysics, ethics, and biology.

Moral Principles

Fundamental guidelines that govern ethical behavior, reflecting what is considered right or wrong in society.

Ethical Egoist

A moral theory asserting that individuals should act in ways that serve their own self-interest, positing that this approach ultimately benefits society as a whole.

Psychological Egoism

The thesis that people always act for their own self-interest, even when it seems as if they are acting for other people’s benefit (for example, in giving to charity, the egoist would say, the person is simply making himself or herself feel self-righteous).