Question

1 why did president washington issue the proclamation of neutrality in 1793? (a) a to avoid u.s. involvement in the war in europe b to encourage u.s. settlement in north america c to enforce the u.s. constitution d to protect u.s. independence (b) which statement best describes an effect of the proclamation of neutrality? a it protected the rights and freedoms of u.s. citizens. b it improved u.s. relations with france and great britain c it showed u.s. support for colonies in latin america. d it increased tensions between the u.s. political parties.

Explanation:

Part (a)

The Proclamation of Neutrality (1793) was issued by Washington to keep the U.S. out of the European war (France - Britain conflict). Option A matches this purpose. Option B is about settlement (not related), C about enforcing the Constitution (incorrect), D about protecting independence (the neutrality was to avoid war, not directly protect independence in this context).

The Proclamation of Neutrality caused division: Federalists supported it, Democratic - Republicans (pro - France) opposed. This increased tensions between political parties. Option A: neutrality didn’t focus on citizen rights. Option B: it strained relations with France. Option C: it had no relation to Latin American colonies.

Answer:

A. to avoid U.S. involvement in the war in Europe

Part (b)