Now, it's time to choose your position.

On the checkboxes to the right, indicate if you are arguing against the Alien and Sedition Acts or in favor of the acts.

You'll use your answers to help describe the argument you'll make in your letter.

I am arguing against the acts because

I support France.

I support the French Revolution.

I think government violates individual rights when it quiets those who criticize it.
I am arguing in favor of the acts because

I support Britain.

I fear the chaos of the French Revolution.

I think that the government should quiet those who criticize it.