Thomas Jefferson's Presidency
The main goal of this event was to map the newly acquired territory of the Louisiana Purchase and find a route to the Pacific.
Lewis and Clark Expedition
Upon entering the War of 1812 America was Militarily prepared. True or False
False
What themes are usually associated with the Era of Good feelings?
A period of national unity and political harmony (One Party) following the War of 1812, particularly during James Monroe's presidency
Legislation that authorized the forced relocation of Native American tribes from their ancestral lands to designated "Indian Territory" was called?
Indian Removal Act
We entered a period of one-party rule after the demise of this party
Federalist
This law cut off trade with Britain and France.
The Embargo Act of 1807
What are considered the main causes of the War of 1812?
The Impressment of American sailors, trade restrictions, and British support for Native American attacks on American frontier settlements.
Which Political party dominated the Era?
The Democratic-Republican Party
Jackson's belief that his political supporters should be rewarded is known as the
Spoils sytem
Missouri was the first state created where?
West of the Mississippi in the Louisiana territory.
Why was the case of Marbury v. Madison significant? What did it establish?
Judicial Review
How did the United States fare in most of the battles of the War? Which event highlights this trend?
Poorly, The Burning of Washington D.C.
Despite initially being a period of unity and nationalism as the Era progressed economic interests, particularly between the North and the South, started to create divisions. What do we call this division?
Sectionalism
What was the outcome of the Nullification Crisis during Jackson's presidency?
The crisis was resolved by a compromise tariff, but it asserted federal authority over states' rights.
After no candidate received a majority vote in 1824 the House of Representatives chose John Quincy Adams, this became known as the
Corrupt Bargain
What aspect of Jefferson's life showed the biggest divide between his ideals vs. actions?
His practice of slavery v. the beliefs he documented in the Declaration.
What treaty ended the war? And what effect did the war have on the U.S.?
The Treaty of Ghent. We see a rise of Nationalism.
this decision attempted to resolve the issue of slavery in new territories
Missouri Compromise
How did Jackson's presidency impact the Second Bank of the United States?
He opposed it, Vetoed its recharter, and Ultimately destroyed it.
Jefferson's refusal to pay bribes to pirates led to what war?
Barbary War
What was one of the Major controversies during Jefferson's Presidency regarding the interpretation of the Constitution?
The Louisiana Purchase raised questions about the strict v. Loose interpretation of the Constitution. Did the Constitution allow Jefferson to authorize the purchase of the territory?
Why was the Battle of New Orleans significant?
The United States achieved a decisive victory, boosting national morale, but it occurred after the Treaty of Ghent was signed. Andrew Jackson also became famous.
How did the Monroe Doctrine shape U.S. foreign policy?
It declared that the Americas were off-limits to further European colonization and interference.
What was one major criticism of Jackson's presidency regarding his treatment of Native Americans?
His policies led to the Trail of Tears, which resulted in the suffering and death of thousands of Native Americans during their forced relocation.
This Poem was written during the war of 1812 during the bombardment of Fort McHenry in Baltimore
THe Star Spangled Banner (National Anthem)