Chapter 8 Section 2 Early Challenges (Pages 260-263)

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Chapter 8 Section 2 Early Challenges (Pages 260-263)

DEFINE:

1. neutrality-

2. impressment-

3. challenge-

4. maintain-

KEY PEOPLE AND EVENTS:

5. Whiskey Rebellion-

6. Battle of Fallen Timbers-

7. Treaty of Greenville-

8. Edmund Genêt-

9. Jay’s Treaty-

10. Pinckney’s Treaty-

MAIN IDEAS:

11. What did Washington’s actions in crushing the Whiskey Rebellion signify to the country?

12. How did the British challenge U.S. neutrality in the war between France and Britain?

13. Imagine that you disagree with Washington’s policy of neutrality in the war between France and Britain. Write a letter to the president to persuade him to side with France.

ESSENTIAL QUESTION:

14. What challenges did the United States face during Washington’s administration?