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Where was the Continental Congress held?
Philidelphia
Whwat was the main reason Colonists wanted to leave British Rule?
They were upset about their lack of representation, especially when new laws and taxes were passed on to them.
Who became President as a result of the Corrupt Bargain?
What was one of the reasons the "Articles of Confederation" failed?
weak central government, no power to collect taxes, no power to form an army
Explain what the idea behind the "Monroe Doctorine" was.
The United States was telling Europe to stay out of the American hemisphere, and we would not get into conflict with them in return.
What did the 4th amendment guarantee?
due process/no unlawful search and siezure
Who did the Continental Congress put in charge of their Army?
George Washington
What American war did Chief Tecumseh fight in and who did he fight beside?
He fought in the war of 1812 alongside the British
Describe the XYZ affair with France?
We sent representatives to ask them to stop plundering our ships, their hidden government representatives asked us for a bribe.
Use the RACES format to describe why you think Jackson should be remembered as a hero or villain in history
Hero: Helped the common man, expanded the power of the presidency, tried to end corruption, fought in our first major wars, helped expand the territory of the US
Villian: Slavery, Trail of Tears, Panic of 1837 due to hatred of National Bank, turned the country into "mob rule"
What were the federalist papers
annon. essays written in support of the constitution. (Hamilton, John Adams, John Jay)
What was the difference between the federalists and anti-federalists?
The federalists supported a strong central government, the anti-federalists opposed it.
What did the Compromise of 1820 say about slavery in newly established states?
There must be a balance of power between free and slave states?
How did the "7 years war" lead to the events that sparked the American Revolution?
A build-up of British troops in the colonies, taxation on the colonies to pay for those troops, newly acquired lands that the Colonists were not allowed to move into.
Explain two effects the War of 1812 had on American Citizens
An increase in National Unity (Era of Good Feelings) and the decline of the Federalist Party
What country did we purchase the Lousianna Territory from?
France
What country sold Florida to the United States?
Spain
List two major peices of advice Washington gave in his farewell address?
Do not trust political parties, invest in public education, do not get involved in European affairs
List three amendments in the Bill of Rights, including their number.
1) five freedoms (Press, religion, assembly, speech, petition)
2) bear arms
3) no impressment
4) against unlawful search and seizure
5) self-incrimination
6) right to a speedy trial
7) right to a trial by jury
8) No cruel and unusual punishment/bail
9) You have rights beyond the constitution
10) States have rights to impose laws not listed here.
Explain how Bacon's Rebellion gave way to the increase in slave labor and decline in indentured servants in America?
Bacon's rebellion of indentured servants showed that, once freed, these people wanted the same rights as those who had once hired them. It made the colonies see they desired a more permanent labor force, and begin to import more slaves as a result.
What Political Party Did Andrew Jackson form?
The Democratic Party
What was the idea of Manifest Destiny
Name the first ten presidents in order
Washington, Adams, Jefferson, Monroe, Madison, Adams, Jackson, Van Buren, Harrison, Tyler
This Northeast State was once an independant nation, and signed the first constitution in North America?
Vermont
What cabinet position did most of the first presidents hold prior to becoming president?
Secretary of State