Question

Which statement best describes the XYZ Affair during the Adams administration?

John Marshall was arrested while serving as an envoy to France to cease the practice of turning away American ships that first stopped at British ports.

The pasha of Tripoli demanded more protection money from American ships, which refused to pay and were fired upon.

Great Britain demanded payment for American vessels attempting to trade with the French and seized cargo when the United States refused.

ANSWER---> Three French go-betweens demanded a bribe from an American envoy sent to talk to the French foreign minister, Talleyrand.

Answer 1

D

Step-by-step explanation:

Three French go-betweens demanded a bribe from an American envoy sent to talk to the French foreign minister, Talleyrand

Answer 2

The best and most correct answer among the choices provided by the question is the fourth choice. The XYZ affair during the Adams administration was when "Three French go-betweens demanded a bribe from an American envoy sent to talk to the French foreign minister, Talleyrand." I hope my answer has come to your help. God bless and have a nice day ahead!