What is the name of the secret network that helped slaves reach their freedom?
The Underground Railroad
What legislation led to the forced relocation of Native American tribes in Georgia and the American Southeast?
The Indian Removal Act
What is "Manifest Destiny"?
The idea that it was God's will for Americans to take possession of the entire North American continent.
The movement and fight for women's voting rights is known as?
Suffrage
What was the primary purpose of the abolitionist movement?
To work towards the elimination of slavery.
What was the name of the slave who many considered to be a prophet and who led an armed slave rebellion against his master?
Nat Turner
The forced relocation of Native Americans to the Oklahoma Territory that resulted in significant suffering is often referred to as __________
The Trail of Tears
How did Manifest Destiny impact American expansion?
It justified the annexation of territories and fueled the forced removal of Native Americans from their land.
The belief that women were expected to be submissive and maintain the families’ morals is known as
The Cult of Domesticity
What role did women play in the abolitionist movement?
They were key organizers and advocates for ending slavery.
What compromise did not allow slavery to extend west of the Mississippi River and North of 36° 30' parallel?
Missouri Compromise
During his presidency, it became a goal of Andrew Jackson for __ to be able to vote in elections.
All white men regardless of economic status.
What was the outcome of the Texas Revolution in 1836?
The Republic of Texas became independent from Mexico and eventually was accepted into the American union.
What was the first women's rights convention in the United States?
Seneca Falls Convention
What was the name of the escaped slave who worked alongside Elizabeth Cady Stanton to support women's rights and abolish the institution of slavery?
Frederick Douglass
This famous conductor nicknamed the Moises of the South, helped enslaved people escape southern plantations through the Underground Railroad.
Harriet Tubman
Why did those against President Jackson’s policies call themselves “Whigs”?
They accused Jackson of acting like a monarch (king).
What was the significance of the Gold Rush?
It caused a massive migration to California and economic growth in the United States.
What document written at the Seneca Falls Movement provided the framework for future advocates for women’s rights?
Declaration of Sentiments
Which famous abolitionist helped edit and publish the newspaper "The Liberator" from 1831 to 1865?
William Lloyd Garrison
What did the supporters of popular sovereignty believe?
Residents of a territory should decide the issue of slavery.
How did Andrew Jackson change his role and the office of the presidency?
Jackson expanded the scope of presidential authority.
Which U.S. President was an advocate for westward expansion and helped complete our Manifest Destiny?
James Polk
Which activist was instrumental in writing the Declaration of Sentiments?
Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Which activist was an abolitionist and advocate for women's suffrage, best known for campaigning for a constitutional amendment for voting?
Susan B. Anthony.