John Adams's Presidency

John Adams's Presidency Questions and Answers

What problems did John Adams face during his presidency?  

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What were some precedents set by John Adams during his presidency?

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Would you have voted for John Adams to be re-elected in 1800? Why or why not?

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Why did Adams sign the Alien and Sedition Acts?

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In "Letter to Her Daughter from the New White House," which inconveniences seem to be most important to Abigail Adams? What instructions does she give her daughter? Why?

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How did the Alien and Sedition Acts destroy the John Adams presidency?

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What was the cause of John Adam's death?

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I need to know which obstacles John Adams faced as president.

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Describe the significance of the Alien and Sedition Acts.

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What problems plagued John Adams in his one term as president?

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Why did the Alien and Sedition Acts come about?

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Discuss John Adams's character and skills, both in terms of his personal and professional interactions. Give examples of when these traits were beneficial, as well as when they proved a liability (hindrance or weakness).  

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What was Gabriel's Rebellion?

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What was the underlying purpose of the Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798?

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Who was John Adams?

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No medal for being 2nd... How difficult was it for John Adams to follow George Washington as the second president, as opposed to all those who would ultimately follow anyone but the first president?

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What was the “real revolution?” What was the “consensus” of the states about how the government needed to function?

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