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The Nullification Crisis — Quiz

Question 5 • US History

Which states passed legislation to protest the Alien and Sedition Acts?

Answer
A
Virginia and Kentucky
B
Virginia and New Jersey
C
Kentucky and New Jersey
D
Kentucky and Missouri

Explanation

Virginia and Kentucky passed resolutions in 1798 protesting the Alien and Sedition Acts. Written by James Madison and Thomas Jefferson, respectively, these resolutions argued that the federal government had exceeded its constitutional powers. Therefore, the correct choice is Virginia and Kentucky.

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