Question

which of these best describes the purpose of the alien and sedition acts? a they prevented people from becoming citizens of the united states. b they provided a means to safely protect the country from french invasion. c they targeted people who spoke out against u.s. foreign policy with britain. d they were aimed at people who were criticizing president adams foreign policy.

Explanation:

The Alien and Sedition Acts were passed during John Adams' presidency. The Sedition Act made it a crime to publish "false, scandalous, and malicious writing" against the government or its officials. It was mainly used to silence critics of Adams' foreign - policy which was seen as too friendly to Britain and too hostile to France.

Answer:

D. They were aimed at people who were criticizing President Adams' foreign policy.