Question

Which of the following is the best explanation of the XYZ affair that took place during John Adam's presidency?

A) Government is necessary because people do not always practice civic virtue. Adams tried to promote peace with France, but three French officials (X, Y, and Z) demanded a two hundred and fifty thousand dollar bribe before they would even speak with Americans.

B) Adams tried to purchase three naval ships (X, Y, and Z) from France, but France demanded much more money than the ships were worth, and Adams rejected the offer.

C) Adams promoted the idea of creating a committee of three diplomats (X, Y, and Z) from America, France, and Great Britain to meet and discuss ways each nation could assist one another.

Answer 1

Government is necessary because people do not always practice civic virtue. Adams tried to promote peace with France but three French officials x,y,z demand two hundred fifty thousands Dollar bribe before they would nee speak with Americans.

Option: (A)

Step-by-step explanation:

• XYZ affair is the diplomatic episodes in the 'presidency of john Adams' between the France and U S.

• In attempt of war with great Britian, 'US signed the jay treaty in 1795' . France was considered to as hostile nation.

• Compromise with France was failed because American diplomat refuse to meet French ministers.