Misc
What is the Cotton Gin? What did it do?
The Cotton Gin pulled cotton fibers from the seeds, making it easier to create fabric. Revolutionized agriculture in the South.
Who was the War of 1812 between?
The US and the British
Who won the election of 1860?
Abraham Lincoln
How much did Jefferson purchase the Louisiana Territory for?
15 million
What is Abolition
The fight to end Slavery
What is the Monroe Doctrine
Monroe's policy for dealing with Europe-- they needed to stay out of North and South America
What is the name of the treaty that ended the Mexican-American War
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
Who were the four candidates running for the election of 1824?
Andrew Jackson, JQ Adams, Henry Clay, William Haris Crawford
How much did the United States pay for the Mexican Cession (in the treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo)
15 million
Who negotiated the Kansas-Nebraska act?
Stephen Douglas
How were Lewis and Clark chosen to go on their expedition?
Lewis was Jefferson's secretary, Clark had more experience as an explorer.
Congress
Who was President during the Mexican-American War?
Name one of the trails people used to expand Westward and one detail about it.
Santa Fe, Oregon, or Mormon trails were discussed. Details vary.
They both added one Slave State and one Free state to the union-- delaying the question but not addressing it.
What is the Trail of Tears?
As a result of the Indian Removal Acts, Native Tribes were forced onto Reservations-- Trail of Tears is the journey.
What is Andrew Jackson remembered for in the War of 1812?
Battle of New Orleans
What is the order of the first FIVE presidents?
1. Washington
2. Adams
3. Jefferson
4. Madison
5. Monroe
What were two reasons that people traveled to the West?
-Manifest Destiny
-Missionaries
-Farming
-Healthy Environment
-Economic Opportunity
What was the economy like in the South? (How did people make money?
Agriculture-- mostly plantations
TIEBREAKER QUESTION
US army in disputed zone; Mexican soldiers attacked; Polk gave a speech to Congress.
How was the Election of 1824 decided?
-No majority in the electoral college so the 12th amendment dictates that the House of Representatives votes.
How did Texas become a state?
-Texas Revolution leading to the Republic of Texas. Texas wanted the financial and military protection of the US; annexation.
How did the Industrial Revolution change the North? (At least two changes)
-Transportation (Roads, Canals)
-Cities
-Automation
-Labor/Wages