Which of the Following Statements Describes the Federalists' Response to the War

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes the Federalists' response to the War of 1812?

• A) Almost all Federalists supported the war out of patriotism and a desire to acquire eastern Canada from Britain.
• B) Most Federalists reluctantly supported the war because public opinion favored it and they wanted to win in the upcoming midterm elections.
• C) Federalists such as Daniel Webster welcomed the high tariff brought by the war because it would help New England industries.
• D) Most Federalists strongly opposed the war,and some in Massachusetts met to consider amending the Constitution to prevent similar future wars.

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