Question

"Millions for defense, but not one cent for tribute" was in reference to what?

1. The Americans' revolt against Spain's continued threats of colonization.
2. The Americans' rallying cry against the Alien and Sedition Acts.
3. The British requirement of money paid to maintain peace in the West.
4. The U.S. refusal to pay for treaty discussions with France.

Answer 1

4. The U.S. refusal to pay for treaty discussions with France.

Answer 2

4. The U.S. refusal to pay for treaty discussions with France.

Step-by-step explanation:

This was a reference to a Federalist motto that implied that Americans would spend millions to protect their nation, however they could never spend a dime on discussions with France.

This occurred amid the XYZ Affair in 1798-1798 among America and France. From that point forward, the French government turned around their requests and John Adams forged the Treaty of Mortefontaine to reestablish peace.