Jackson Era
This political party was formed by Andrew Jackson’s supporters after they believed he was unfairly denied victory in the 1824 presidential election.
Democrats, Democratic Party
Jefferson doubled the size of the United States by buying this large territory from France.
Louisiana Purchase
This term refers to a government’s plan or decisions that deal with issues inside its own country.
Domestic Policy
an earlier event, decision, or ruling that serves as an example or guide for how to handle similar situations in the future,
Precedent
In this Supreme Court case, the Court ruled that it could decide whether laws are constitutional, even though William Marbury did not get his job.
Marbury vs Madison
the act of rewarding loyal supporters with government jobs after an election.
Spoil system
This 1776 document, written by Thomas Jefferson, explained why the American colonies wanted to break away from Great Britain.
Declaration of Independence
This term refers to people who supported a strong national government and the U.S. Constitution in the early years of the United States.
Federalist
This group of the president’s top advisors helps make decisions and run different parts of the government.
Cabinet
These two continents are mostly located in the Western Hemisphere.
North & South America
Andrew Jackson became a national hero after leading U.S. forces to victory in this major battle during the War of 1812.
Battle of New Orleans
These are basic rights that, according to the Declaration of Independence, every person is born with and cannot be taken away.
Unalienable rights
John Adams belonged to this political party, which supported a strong national government in the early United States.
Federalist
This difficult winter during the American Revolution tested the Continental Army with cold, hunger, and disease, but helped make them stronger.
valley Forge
This Supreme Court case established the principle of judicial review, giving the Court the power to declare laws unconstitutional.
Marbury vs Madison
this 1830 law forced Native American tribes to move west of the Mississippi River.
Indian removal Act
These people opposed the Constitution at first because they wanted stronger state governments and feared a powerful national government.
Anti federalist
these laws allowed the government to deport immigrants and punish people for criticizing the government.
Alien & sedition Acts
declaring the US wouldn’t get involved in any wars and take sides is called
Neutrality , proclamation of neutrality, neutral
This policy warned European nations not to interfere in the affairs of countries in the Western Hemisphere.
Monroe Doctrine
This crisis in the 1830s happened when South Carolina tried to ignore a federal law, testing the power of the national government.
Nullification Crisis
this law stopped U.S. trade with foreign countries in an attempt to avoid war.
Embargo Act
This incident occurred when French officials demanded bribes from U.S. diplomats, increasing tensions between the United States and France.
XYZ Affair
To handle the Whiskey Rebellion, George Washington took this action to enforce federal law and show the strength of the national government.
sending federal troops to stop the rebellion, sending troops
This time during James Monroe’s presidency was known for peace, unity, and fewer political disagreements.
Era of Good feelings