Jefferson’s Presidency
Who helped break the tie in Congress during the Election of 1800 and who did he endorse for President?
Alexander Hamilton endorsed Jefferson.
Which major battle of the War of 1812 inspired Francis Scott Key the national anthem?
The Battle of Baltimore or The Battle of Fort McHenry
Which major political party had died by the time of James Monroe’s presidency?
The Federalists
Define Embargo.
Ban on foreign trade.
Finish the lyrics from Hamilton:
“But when all is said and all is done, ….. has beliefs, …… has none.”
Jefferson has beliefs, Burr has none.
What did President Jefferson do about the British and French seizing American ships? Identify and describe what was done.
Jefferson created the Embargo Act, which banned trade with ALL foreign nations.
What were the major outcomes of the War of 1812?
Americans felt a new sense of pride and patriotism for their country. Europe and the rest of world gained more respect for the United States.
Why did President Monroe establish the Monroe Doctrine?
To protect the U.S. and its Latin American neighbors from European interference.
Define laissez faire.
Belief that the government should have as little involvement in the economy as possible; a “hands off approach” to economics.
What did Dolley Madison save when the British burned Washington D.C.?
Key documents left behind by the president and a portrait of George Washington.
Why was President Jefferson unsure about the Louisiana Purchase?
The Constitution didn’t say the president could make such a purchase; Jefferson followed strict interpretation of the Constitution.
What were the THREE main causes of the War of 1812?
British incitement of Native Americans in the west, British impressment of American sailors, and pressure from the War Hawks in Congress.
What is sectionalism? What new political factions were formed in Congress because of it?
Political beliefs based on loyalty to a specific geographic region. North, South, and West all gained popular support in Congress.
Define impressment.
The forced recruitment of sailors into a country’s navy.
Why do some historians consider Thomas Jefferson to be a two-face? Give an example.
He went against some of his own political beliefs during his presidency.
Examples include the Louisiana Purchase (against strict interpretation), the Embargo Act (against laissez faire), and Marbury v. Madison (against weak federal government).
What were FOUR goals of the Lewis and Clark expedition?
Find the Northwest Passage, explore the Louisiana territory, reach the Pacific Ocean and map the route, make friendly contact with Natives, and discover new plants and animals.
Why was the Battle of New Orleans so unusual? Who won?
The battle was fought AFTER the Treaty of Ghent had been signed. The Americans won under General Andrew Jackson’s leadership.
What caused the Era of Good feelings under Madison and Monroe’s presidencies?
Americans were happy and proud after their victory in the War of 1812, and the country was politically united under one political party.
Define War Hawks.
Faction in Congress led by Henry Clay that wanted to go to war with Great Britain.
Who were the leaders of each new faction in Congress under sectionalism?
North - Daniel Webster
South - John C. Calhoun
West - Henry Clay
What was the major outcome of the Marvury v. Madison Supreme Court case? (DON’T just tell us who won!)
The court ruled in Madison’s favor, but established the power of judicial review. This gave the Supreme Court final say on whether something was constitutional or not.
Why were the British unable to use their full military might at the beginning of the War of 1812?
The British were still fighting a war in Europe against Napoleon and France.
How did each of the three regions feel about tariffs and WHY did they feel that way?
The North supported tariffs because they encouraged people to buy from American businesses in the North.
The South opposed tariffs because it limited the money that they made from trading cash crops to Europe.
The West supported tariffs because the tax money could be used to help improve transportation in the western states.
Define judicial review.
Power of the Supreme Court to determine if a law or act was constitutional.
Who was the first monster Scooby Doo and the gang ever unmasked?
The Black Knight