Events of the XYZ Affair
Which of the following accurately describes the events of the XYZ Affair?
A
The United States Congress debated legislation to remove the letters X, Y, and Z from the English alphabet.
B
Three British agents demanded $12,000,000 to bribe the French foreign minister in an effort to secure a French alliance against the United States.
C
Thomas Jefferson demanded a $250,000 bribe in exchange for an agreement not to run against John Adams in the presidential election of 1800.
D
President John Adams utilized three accomplices in an attempt to rig the presidential election of 1800.
E
Three United States commissioners sent to negotiate with France were met by agents of the French foreign minister, who demanded a $250,000 bribe and a $12,000,000 loan.
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