Bill of Rights
How many amendments are included in the Bill of Rights?
10
Which president purchased the Louisiana territory?
Thomas Jefferson
Which territory gained its independence from Mexico leading to the war?
Texas
Cotton and tobacco
Which political party wanted a Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?
The Republicans
Which country owned the Louisiana territory before the U.S.?
France
Why was America interested in Mexican territory?
To gain more land
What is the definition of "Antebellum"?
Before War
What Rights does the 1st Amendment cover?
Freedom of speech, press, assembly, religion, and petition.
What was the name of the belief that America was meant to expand westward?
Manifest Destiney
How long did the war last?
Almost two years (May 1846 - Feb 1848)
Who were plantation owners?
Elite white men
Which amendment protects against self incrimination?
The 5th Amendment
The addition of the Louisiana territory did what to the nation?
More than doubled the size
About how much land did Mexico lose?
Roughly half of their land (525,000 square miles)
What is a Yeoman Farmer?
A middle class farmer that works their own land
Cruel and unusual punishment is protected against in which amendment?
The 8th Amendment
What was Jefferson's Dilemma?
He was unsure if purchasing land was constitutional under the office of president.
Which future president became a war hero after the Battle of Buena Vista?
Zachary Taylor
Why were plantations concentrated in the South?
Warm climate and fertile soil