Question

President George Washington’s response to the French Revolution set what precedent in U.S. policy?
A. Unilaterally supporting military allies.
B. Policy of aggression against past enemies.
C. Proclaiming neutrality in overseas conflicts.
D. Fulfilling responsibilities outlined in treaties.

Answer 1

Answer: C. Proclaiming neutrality in overseas conflicts.

Explanation:

The French King provided immense help to the Americans in the Revolutionary War against the British yet in less than a decade, France fell into a revolution of its own.

Some thought America would return the favor but this was not to be the case as George Washington refused to get involved in overseas conflicts. This set a precedent that America followed for over a century and saw them avoid major European wars up until WW1.