Lesson 1: Jeffersonian Democracy
A person who takes extreme political positions.
A radical
France
What is the name of a westerner who supported the War of 1812?
This let President John Adams appoint many Federalist judges?
Judiciary Act of 1801
What was unusual about the election of 1800?
The election resulted in a tie that had to be broken by the House of Representatives.
Who was the leader of a southern expedition in the Louisiana Territory?
Zebulon Pike
How did foreign powers affect American shipping?
Pirates attacked American merchant ships; Britain and France captured all American ships heading to either country.
Why did Jefferson take a stance on the issue of public debt?
He believed the Federalists' high public debt contributed to the power the government had over the people.
Why did Jefferson seek unity between parties?
Jefferson wanted to unify Americans, regardless of their political parties
How did the Louisiana Purchase change the United States?
The United States doubled in size, allowing settlers to spread out and own land, as well as have more resources.
How did Jefferson use trade as a weapon prior to the start of the war?
Jefferson tried to punish foreign powers by passing laws that would stop foreign trade.
How did the expansion of the United States affect its foreign policy?
Expansion brought America into closer contact with other nations that had already settlements in parts of the West.
What ways did the Federalists and Democratic-Republicans differ?
Federalists wanted a larger and more powerful central government.
Why was the Louisiana Purchase important to Jefferson?
The Louisiana Purchase offered a large amount of land to help Jefferson fulfill his dream of an America made up of many small farmers.
Why did so many Americans in the western part of the country support the war?
They wanted Britain to stop helping Native Americans.
How do you think Thomas Jefferson's behavior as president might have affected the way later presidents viewed the office?
He put the people's needs first; he was humble; he respected the people's voice.
What was the lasting importance of Marbury v Madison?
It affirmed the Supreme Court's power of judicial review, which ensured a lasting balance among the three branches of government.
How might the information gathered by explorers be useful to Jefferson?
It might includes news of valuable resources or new trade partners.
What effects did Native American unity have on the United States?
Native Americans sided with the British, which increased hostilities with the United States.
The case of Marbury v Madison was ruled in Jefferson's favor. Why, then, was he upset by the verdict?