Question

President Adams sought a peaceful solution to the undeclared war with France in order to a. ensure his chances of reelection in 1800. b. align himself with the Hamiltonian wing of the Federalist party. c. save the Franco-American alliance of 1778. d. prevent the outbreak of a full-scale war. e. keep trade with France in place.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Save the Franco-American alliance of 1778.

Explanation:

President John Adams was known to be a peaceful president who avoided wars. He was elected in the year 1797. He belonged to the Federalist party although the treasury secretary, Alexander Hamilton,  had more influence than him in the party,

The Federalists did not like the ongoing revolution in France at the time but  they preferred relations with Britain. But then in 1778, France had been helpful to the united states during the war that led to their independence from Britain.

President John Adams wanted to maintain this relation. The President sent some delegates to France. France led down some conditions to accept the peace pact. The federalists were infuriated by this and wanted war which the president kicked against.

Answer 2

Answer:

d. prevent the outbreak of a full-scale war.

Explanation:

President John Adams signed the Jay treaty between his country,the United States and Great Britain in 1794. After the treaty signing,the French started seizure of American ships who had trade ties with Britain.

President John Adams saw a potential war looming but opted a peaceful solution to the problem to prevent an outbreak of a full scale war.