Jamayas Jeopardy Game

Colonial America

100

This colonial region was known for its focus on trade and diverse population.

The middle colonies

200

This religious group sought religious freedom in America  and established a colony known for its strict social rules.

The Puritans

300

This economic system involved the exchange of goods between colonies and the mother country,often resulting in restrictions on colonial trade.

Mercantilism

400

This event dramatically altered the relationship between Great Britain and its American colonies,leading to increased tensions and resentment.

The French and Indian War.

500

This philosophical movement emphasized reason and individual rights,influencing the American Revolution

The Enlightenment

Revolution and Early Republic

100

This document declared the colonies' independence from Great Britain.

The Declaration of Independence

200

This pivotal battle is considered a turning point in the Revolutionary War, boosting American morale.

The Battle of Saratoga

300

This plan proposed a bicameral legislature with representation based on population in one house and equal representation in the other.

The Great Compromise

400

This series of essays argued in favor of the ratification of the Constitution

The Federalist Papers

500

This early American president established many procedures for future presidents,including the tradition of delivering an inaugural address.

George Washington

Western Expansion

100

This trail was a major route for pioneers traveling westward

The Oregon Trail

200

This act offered 160 acres of free land to settlers in the West.

The Homestead Act

300

This conflict between the United States and Mexico resulted in significant territorial gains for the US

The Mexican-American War

400

This concept justified westward expansion as divinely ordained

Manifest Destiny

500

This event led to increased tensions over slavery and ultimately contributed to the outbreak of the Civil War

The Compromise of 1850

Civil War and Reconstruction

100

This event triggered the start of the Civil War.

The attack on Fort Sumter

200

This pivotal battle is considered a turning point in the Civil War, marking the beginning of the Union's strategic advantage

The Battle of Gettysburg

300

This amendment abolished slavery in the U.S

The 13th Amendment

400

This period following the Civil War aimed to rebuild the South and integrate formerly enslaved people into society

Reconstruction

500

This Supreme Court case established the principle of "separate but equal", legalizing segregation

Plessy v. Ferguson

Industrialization and Progressive Era

100

This period saw rapid industrial growth and urbanization in the U.S

The Gilded Age

200

This industrialist was known for his ruthless business practices and philanthropy 

Andrew Carnegie or John D. Rockefeller

300

This movement aimed to address social and political problems caused by industrialization

The progressive movement

400

This amendment granted women the right to vote

The 19th Amendment

500

The investigative journalist exposed corruption and social injustices in American society.

Upton Sinclair