Why did alexander hamilton support high tariffs?

What is the best explanation as to the dividing line between french and british claims in north america at this time?

What was the direct cause of the u.s. entry into world war ii? a. the bombing of pearl harbor b. the invasion of poland by germany c. the capture of belgium by germany d. the battle of britain

Which of the following answers best describe why the fugitive slave act was so controversial? a fugitive slaves who were caught were to be sent back to africa, and southern states disagreed with this practice. b it required all runaway slaves to be sentenced to death, and most people were against this extreme form of punishment. c fugitive slaves were required to work twice as long before they could be freed, and northern states opposed this. d it required all americans to return runaway slaves to their owners, and abolitionists in free states opposed this law.