What is Nationalism?
A feeling of pride and devotion for your country. Especially to the detriment of the interest of other nations.
What were the "Midnight Judges"?
Various judges put into office by President John Adams before he left office. They were called "Midnight Judges because they were signed, supposedly, right before he left office
What led up to the Trail of Tears involving the Supreme Court and State of GA?
During the War of 1812, the war turned against America in 1814. Why?
The British and other European powers defeated Napoleon in Europe. After Napoleon was defeated, Britain was able to turn their full attention on the United States
Between the Federalist and Democratic-Republicans, who was pro-British?
The Federalist
Between the Federalist and Democratic-Republicans, who was pro-French?
The Democratic-Republicans
Did Andrew Jackson ignore the Supreme Court to enact the resettlement of Native Americans?
Yes.
Was the Battle of New Orleans necessary during the War of 1812?
No. The battle occurred after a treaty had been worked out. It only happened because news took so long to travel
Who won the election of 1828?
Andrew Jackson
How much did America pay for the Louisiana Territory? From what country did they buy it from?
$15 million and France
Who was President during the Trail of Tears?
Andrew Jackson
What caused the Federalist party to collapse?
They supported the British during the War of 1812.
What did the Monroe Doctrine state?
The United States would not interfere with the internal concerns of any European Nation. In turn, the American continents were off limits to future colonization by European powers
How did Thomas Jefferson lower America's national debt?
He cut spending in the military, reduced America's navy, and cut the staff of the executive branch
What was the Trail of Tears?
The forceful removal of Native American Tribes from their land. It is called, "The Trail of Tears" because many Native Americans died while being resettled
What caused the Democratic - Republican party to split?
The 1824 election. Jackson felt that he should have won because he won the popular and majority vote
Who won the 1824 election?
John Quincy Adams
When entering the War of 1812, what were some issues that America faced?
The military was weak and unprepared
The regular army had a small force of soldiers let by inexperienced officers
The navy had fewer than 20 ships
What are the Alien and Sedition Acts?
A series of acts that were created by the Federalist. They include the Naturalization Act, the Alien Act, the Alien Enemies Act, and the Sedition Act
An act that prohibited all American shops and their cargo from leaving the U.S. for foreign ports