What was the immediate result of the heightened tensions between the France and the United States following the XYZ Affair?
A) the outbreak of the Quasi-War, an undeclared war between the United States and France during the years of 1797 to 1800
B) a new diplomatic initiative by the United States to reduce boiling tensions between France and the United States
C) an all-out war between France and the United States that proved costly to both sides
D) concluding new defensive treaties with England and Spain in anticipation of war with France
Answer: A
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