Age of Exploration
What was the time period of the Age of Exploration
1400's to the 1600's
A President is allowed to serve two terms, at most. How long is one term?
4 years
What was the main cause of the Civil War?
Slavery
What was the main outcome of the American revolution?
America became an independent nation
What was being used as the main source of power?
Water power
New diseases
What were young members of Congress called?
War Hawks
Who was the president during the Civil War?
Abraham Lincoln
What does the word "revolution" mean
To overthrow a system or government
What are the three reasons why the industrial Revolution was successful?
New technology, Growing population, and transportation
Why were spices valued so highly?
Used to flavor food, Used in medicines, and Viewed as a sign of elite status.
What war is referred to as the “second war for independence”?
The War of 1812
When did the Civil War take place?
1861-1865
who gave the warning that the British were coming on his midnight ride?
Paul Revere
What were the three advantages to railroads?
Faster transportation, Year-round use, helped grow towns and cities
What were the main countries involved?
Spain, England, France, Portugal and the Netherlands
What two factors pushed Madison to declare war on Great Britain?
British impressment of American sailors
British support for Native American resistance on the frontier by supplying them weapons
What does the 14th amendment say?
Grants citizenship to all people born in the U.S and equal protection of laws
True or False: The declaration of independence was a cause of the American revolution?
False
How did the Industrial Revolution increase job opportunities?
It created new factory jobs in cities and towns
What country paid Pizarro, Cortes, and Columbus to explore?
Mexico
What are the four precedents set by President George Washington?
Established a Cabinet (group of advisors)
Served only two terms
Gave a Farewell Address
Enforced federal laws (e.g., Whiskey Rebellion)
What was Lincolns 10% plan
A reintegration of the Southern states that required 10% of each Southern states vote to take an oath of loyalty and
Why were colonists so upset with King George?
They were not given a say about taxes upon them
What are three inventions made during the Industrial Revolution?
Cotton Gin, telegraph, steam Engine