Whiskey Rebellion/Government Power
Why is it important for a government to enforce its laws?
To maintain order and authority.
How did the United States gain new land during the Louisiana Purchase?
By buying it from another country (France).
Who led the the Lewis and Clark Expedition? (First and Last Name)
William clark and Meriwether lewis
What was Manifest Destiny?
The belief that the U.S. should expand westward.
What president ordered the removal of the Native Americans, particularly out of the Georgia area?
Andrew Jackson
How did the government respond to a challenge from its citizens during the Whiskey Rebellion?
It sent troops to enforce the law
Why was land important for the growth of the United States?
It created more opportunities for farming and trade. It also allowed populations to grow.
What famous Native American assisted Lewis and Clark on their Expedition?
Sacagawea
When did Manifest Destiny Start? (After what event)
Following the Purchase of the Louisiana Territory and the Expedition of Lewis and Clark.
What was lost by Native Americans during this time?
Land, homes, and resources
What did the Whiskey Rebellion show about the new U.S. government?
It could enforce laws and maintain order. It will work.
How much did the United States pay for the Louisisana Territory from France?
Why were individuals like Sacagawea important to the expedition?
They helped guide and support the journey
What was one positive outcome of Manifest Destiny?
Populations grew, the country got larger, more resources for economic growth (more answers possible).
How did Jackson's view of Native Americans differ from Thomas Jefferson's?
Jackson wanted the NA removed and Jefferson believed in assimilation.
What did Whiskey Rebellion Show about the government under the newly created Constution?
It could enforce laws and maintain order.
Who was president when the United States Purchased the Louisiana Terrirory
Thomas Jefferson
What were the three goals of the Lewis and Clark Expedition that Thomas Jefferson wanted accomplished?
1. Make good relations with the Natives
2. Find a single water passage to the Pacific Ocean
3. Document all new scientific discoveries (Geography, animals, plants, insects, etc.)
What was one negative aspect of Manifest Destiny?
It adversity affected Native Americans, Bison Populations crashed, destruction of habitat, it did not end slavery in the south (more answers possible).
Name the 5 tribes most affected by the Indian Removal Act.
Cherokee, Creek, Chickasaw, Seminole, and Choctaw
How did the Whiskey Rebellion show that the Constitution created a stronger government than the Articles of Confederation?
The government sent troops to enforce the law, showing it had power unlike under the Articles
How did the Louisiana Purchase impact the growth of the United States, and why was it controversial for President Thomas Jefferson?
It doubled the size of the U.S., but Jefferson questioned if it followed the Constitution. Not clear if the President (executive branch) had the authority to make such a purchase.
Sort of, 2 of the 3 were accomplished, but they did not really find one single water passage but they still made their way to the Pacific Ocean.
Was Manifest Destiny positive or negative for the United States? Make a claim and provide evidence.
What was the Missouri Compromise and what did it show about the state of the Country's unification?
The Missouri Compromise was an agreement that admitted Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free state while drawing a line (36°30′) to limit slavery’s expansion, showing the country was deeply divided and only staying unified through temporary compromises.