Political Developments
What were the 3 departments in the first cabinet?
Treasury, State, War
What was Washington's foreign policy?
Neutrality (isolationism)
What was the Federalist's (Hamilton's) view on the government?
The federal (national) government should be strong
What is the belief that the US has the right to expand?
Manifest Destiny
What was the cause of the Whiskey Rebellion?
Taces over Whiskey
What were the 3 things that resulted from the War of 1812?
1. National pride increased
2. Indian resistance weakened
3. Federalists declined
What industry did the Republicans believe should support the economy?
Agriculture
Why did the US want to own Florida?
End indian raids
What is meant by the "Spirit of Party" in Washington's Farewell?
To not let political parties separate the nation
What song came out of the War of 1812?
Star Spangled Banner
What did Hamilton think was important for a growing nation?
A strong economy
What was gained by the Gadsden Purchase?
a railroad route
What was the risk of the Whiskey Rebellion?
Threat to the new government
What were the Federalists (Hamilton's) view on the national bank?
Good for businesses
What was the Indian Removal Act?
Allowed the president to make treaties to trade land with American Indians.
What was the cause and point of the 12th Amendment?
The Election of 1800
To prevent a tie
What contributed to the Mexican-American War?
Annexation of Texas