USA HISTORY

AMERICAN IMPERIALISM 1890 1919

AMERICAN IMPERIALISM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
George Washington warned the US about two things in his Farewell Address. One was avoid creating politcal parties. What was the other one?
A
avoid foreign alliances
B
Beware of spreading westward too quickly
C
Walk softly and carry a big stick
D
Stay involved in European politics
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In this letter to “Friends and Citizens, ” Washington warned that the forces of geographical sectionalism, political factionalism, and interference by foreign powers in the nation’s domestic affairs threatened the stability of the republic.

Detailed explanation-2: -Washington warns the people that political factions may seek to obstruct the execution of the laws created by the government or to prevent the branches of government from exercising the powers provided to them by the constitution.

Detailed explanation-3: -Frustrated by French meddling in U.S. politics, Washington warned the nation to avoid permanent alliances with foreign nations and to rely instead on temporary alliances for emergencies.

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