It seems apparent today that the Alien and Sedition Acts infringed on rights guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. Explain why Congress passed such legislation in 1798
What will be an ideal response?
The Federalist-dominated Congress saw the arousal of public anxiety during the undeclared war with France as an opportunity to silence the Republicans before the election of 1800. The Sedition Act (the only one strictly enforced), was aimed at Republican newspapers.
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Charles X abdicated because he
a. was voted out by popular referendum. b. refused to allow free worship for Catholics in France. c. delegated too much authority to the Chamber of Deputies. d. attempted to dissolve the legislature and restrict voting criteria. e. was thwarted by the legislature in implementing a modern economy under central control.
Explain one of the implications on lesbian women’s mental health by being a sexual minority.
What will be an ideal response?
What was name of the automobile-related legislation enacted by Congress in 1956?
A. National Interstate Highway Patrol Act of 1956 B. National Public Works Act of 1956 C. Interstate Tax Act of 1956 D. National Interstate and Defense Highways Act of 1956
Which tsar instituted the most extensive restructuring of Russian society and administration since Peter the Great?
A. Alexander II B. Alexander III C. Nicholas I D. Nicholas II