The Embargo Act Of 1807

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    In the following image, what does the man being attacked think of the Embargo?

    • He is outraged that the Embargo won't let him trade
    • He is happy because the turtle is cute
    • He is Angry because the Turtle injured his toe nail
    • He is neutral because he doesn't really care
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Explore the Embargo Act of 1807, its reasons, outcomes, and the concept of isolationism. Understand the historical context and impact of this significant legislation.

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  • 2. 

    What was the outcome of the Embargo Act?

    • George Bush moved to Beverly Hills and became a famous Hollywood Actor.

    • The U.S had managed to successfully stimulate the economy and the next recession would be over 100 years later, "The Great Depression."

    • The Embargo only made the U.S suffer job losses and a struggling economy.

    • China became communist and Adolph Hitler dies in a war between France and Spain

    Correct Answer
    A. The Embargo only made the U.S suffer job losses and a struggling economy.
  • 3. 

    What is an Embargo?

    • A foreign policy that ends foreign trade for something in return.

    • A stimulus package that helps a slowdown in foreign trade

    • A package that adjusts the amount of money a president is payed

    • A foreign war that ends the use of water trade. Items are instead traded by plane.

    Correct Answer
    A. A foreign policy that ends foreign trade for something in return.
    Explanation
    An embargo refers to a foreign policy measure that involves the cessation or restriction of foreign trade as a means to achieve certain objectives or concessions from other countries. It is a deliberate decision by a government to impose trade barriers, such as import or export restrictions, on specific goods or services, or on all trade with a particular country. The purpose of an embargo is typically to exert economic pressure or to express disapproval of certain actions or policies undertaken by another nation.

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  • 4. 

    Why was the Embargo act enacted?

    • To ban the use of weapons in South-East Asia and to lower the crime rate.

    • To help stimulate the slowdown of trade in the 1800's

    • To give a massive $400,000,000 a year contract to George W. Bush.

    • To make France and Britain stop attacking U.S merchant ships.

    Correct Answer
    A. To make France and Britain stop attacking U.S merchant ships.
    Explanation
    The Embargo Act was enacted to make France and Britain stop attacking U.S merchant ships. This act was passed in 1807 by the United States Congress in an attempt to protect American ships and sailors from being seized by the British and French during the Napoleonic Wars. The act prohibited American ships from trading with foreign ports in order to put economic pressure on France and Britain. However, the act ended up severely damaging the American economy and was eventually repealed in 1809.

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  • 5. 

    Why didn't Jefferson want to go to war?

    • It would cost too much and the army wasn't strong enough.

    • Bush at the time rejected war and advised Jefferson not to.

    • The U.S was under an act that mandated that the U.S must wait until 1820 to be able to go to war again.

    • He was to busy inventing the lightbulb.

    Correct Answer
    A. It would cost too much and the army wasn't strong enough.
    Explanation
    Jefferson didn't want to go to war because it would be too expensive and the army was not sufficiently strong.

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  • 6. 

    What year was the Embargo Act of 1807 enacted?

    • 1807

    • 1806

    • 1808

    • 2001, the year Bush took office

    Correct Answer
    A. 1807
    Explanation
    The Embargo Act of 1807 was enacted in the year 1807. This act was passed by the United States Congress and signed into law by President Thomas Jefferson. It aimed to prohibit American ships from trading with foreign nations in an effort to protect American interests during the Napoleonic Wars. However, it ended up causing significant economic hardships for American merchants and was eventually repealed in 1809.

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  • 7. 

    What is isolationism?

    • A symptom of Depression

    • A policy that makes a country assist another country for a short period of time

    • A policy that isolates a country from another

    • George W. Bush's position on Healthcare

    Correct Answer
    A. A policy that isolates a country from another
    Explanation
    Isolationism refers to a policy that isolates a country from another. It is characterized by a nation's decision to avoid or limit its involvement in international affairs, including political and economic interactions with other countries. Isolationism aims to prioritize a nation's own interests and avoid entanglement in foreign conflicts or alliances. This policy is often pursued to maintain sovereignty, protect domestic industries, and promote self-sufficiency. It is commonly associated with periods of non-interventionism and a focus on internal development rather than global engagement.

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  • 8. 

    Why did Americans love the Embargo act?

    • They didn't like it, they hated it. It lost jobs and wasn't working.

    • It paid President Bush the money he deserved.

    • It was a success for ending attacks on U.S ships

    • They made millions off of I

    Correct Answer
    A. They didn't like it, they hated it. It lost jobs and wasn't working.
  • 9. 

    Was the war of 1812 associated with the Embargo Act?

    • Yes, France and Britain both continued attacking ships

    • No, the war was an isolated event. It occurred as a rebellion from the Indians being expanded westwards

    Correct Answer
    A. Yes, France and Britain both continued attacking ships
    Explanation
    Yes, the war of 1812 was associated with the Embargo Act because both France and Britain continued attacking ships during this time. The Embargo Act was a response by the United States to these attacks, which aimed to restrict American trade with foreign nations. However, this act did not effectively deter France and Britain from attacking American ships, ultimately leading to the outbreak of the war of 1812.

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  • 10. 

    Did the Embargo Work?

    • Yes - it ended attacks on U.S ships

    • No - all it did was lose jobs for the U.S

    Correct Answer
    A. No - all it did was lose jobs for the U.S
    Explanation
    The correct answer suggests that the embargo did not work because it only resulted in job losses for the U.S. This implies that the intended goal of ending attacks on U.S ships was not achieved. The explanation implies that the negative consequences of the embargo outweighed any positive impact it may have had.

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  • 11. 

    Did the U.S eventually have to go to war?

    • Yes

    • No

    Correct Answer
    A. Yes
    Explanation
    The given answer "Yes" suggests that the U.S eventually had to go to war. This implies that there were circumstances or events that led to the U.S being involved in a war, which could have been due to various reasons such as national security concerns, international conflicts, or the need to protect its interests or allies. Without further context, it is difficult to determine the specific reasons for the U.S going to war, but the answer indicates that it was an inevitable outcome.

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  • 12. 

    Did Congress tighten enforcement on the act?

    • Yes, in 1808

    • No, it was never changed

    Correct Answer
    A. Yes, in 1808
    Explanation
    The explanation for the given correct answer is that Congress did tighten enforcement on the act in 1808. This suggests that there were changes made to the act in order to strengthen its enforcement.

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  • 13. 

    How did the Media treat the Embargo?

    • Fairly. They despised it but tried to be as unbiased as they could.

    • They were quite biased and headlines bursted with dramatic criticism.

    • They tried to defend the act

    • They ignored the act and focused on other issues

    Correct Answer
    A. They were quite biased and headlines bursted with dramatic criticism.
    Explanation
    The media treated the embargo with bias and filled their headlines with dramatic criticism. This suggests that they did not present a fair and balanced perspective on the issue, but instead focused on expressing their negative opinions and creating sensationalized stories.

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  • 14. 

    When was the act repealed?

    • 1807

    • 2008, when Bush leaves office

    • 1808

    • 1809

    Correct Answer
    A. 1809
    Explanation
    The act was repealed in 1809.

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