Manifest Destiny
How did Manifest Destiny impact Native Americans?
It displaced and culturally destroyed the Natives with this belief that was violent.
What was the Trail of Tears?
It forced Natives out of Oklahoma in the 1830s. Thousands died due too harsh conditions.
What were the sectional views of the National Bank of the North?
They supported the bank and viewed it as an essential for economic stability and growth.
What were the sectional views of the National Bank of the South?
They believed that it favored Northern interests and centralized power.
What is sectionalism & how did it contribute to the start of the Civil War?
It expressed extreme loyalty to the North or South over slavery and led to the Civil War.
How did Jefferson impact the size of the United States
He bought the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, which doubled the size of the county and opened it for westward expansion.
Who was Dred Scott and what was the Dred Scott decision?
Dred Scott was a enslaved person who sued for freedom. The Dred Scott decision denied citizenship and rights to slaves. It made the Missouri Compromise unconstitutional.
What were some of the reasons the North won the Civil War?
Due to better industry, population, and resources.
Why was the Emancipation Proclamation so important?
It declared slaves free in Confederate territories, causing more devotion for the South’s beliefs.
What was the deadliest battle of the Civil War?
Gettysburg with over 50,000 casualties.
How did Manifest Destiny contribute to the war?
It contributed to the war because of the U.S.’s beleif that they deserved Mexico’s land.
What invention led to the expansion of slavery?
The cotton gin, that transformed how cotton plantations ran, forced many more
African-American into slavery.
What is the importance of the Abolitionist movement?
It was important because it raised awareness for human rights, advocated for abolition, and influenced laws.
What is Nationalism?
It is strong pride and devotion for one’s nation.
What was the Compromise of 1850?
A series of laws addressing slavery in new territories. California admitted as a free state. Eased tension but failed to prevent conflict.
What was Manifest Destiny?
It was the belief that the U.S. was destined to expand coast to coast.
Explain the Fugitive Slave Act.
It required the return of runaway slave to everyone.
What were some of the policies of Republicans in the North?
Opposed slavery expansion, supported abolition, promoted Northern economic growth, and favored protective tariffs.
What is Total War & how did it impact the Civil War?
It is a way in war to use all resources to fight a war. It caused widespread destruction in the Civil War.
What were the warnings that George Washington gave in his farewell speech?
Washington warned against political disagreements, foreign deals, a large standing army, national unity, and a strong federal govt.
What was the California Gold Rush?
Mass migration to California because of gold found, led to westward expansion.
How did Manifest Destiny impact Native Americans?
It displaced and culturally destroyed the Natives with this belief that was violent.
Why was the Civil War so deadly?
It was a large scale battle with disease and poor medical care, costing many lives.
Why did the South depend on Slavery?
It was their way of life because they depended on the slaves to work the cotton plantations, a vital economic dependence.
What were the advantages of the North and South during the Civil War?
North had better industry and a larger population; South had defensive advantage and military expertise.