The Sedition Act Was Controversial Because

question 21

Multiple Choice

The Sedition Act was controversial because:

• A)it violated the position of neutrality adopted by Washington.
• B)it legalized the impressing of American sailors by the British.
• C)it violated the freedom of speech guaranteed by the First Amendment.
• D)it imposed an excise tax on whiskey and molasses.
• E)it resulted in the strengthening of black codes in southern states.

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