Formation of Political Parties: Key Contributions

Very Hard Period 3: 1754–1800 Development Of Political Parties

In the period leading up to the American Revolution and the early years of the Republic, distinct political factions began to emerge, fueled by differing views on government power, individual liberties, and foreign policy. By the late 1790s, two primary political parties had formed: the Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans. These parties represented different ideologies regarding the future direction of the nation.

Which of the following developments most directly contributed to the formation of political parties in the United States during this period?

The implementation of the Alien and Sedition Acts.

The ratification of the Constitution and the debates over its interpretation.

The establishment of the Bank of the United States.

The Louisiana Purchase and its implications for expansion.

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