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Jefferson and his followers liked to think of Native Americans as _______. A.) locals B.) noble savages C.) national treasures D.) parasites
What is B, noble savages.
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The first five presidents all came from this state.
What is Virginia. Hence the Virginia-dynasty. James Monroe was the last of the virginia-dynasty.
100
What was the nickname of president jackson? A. Common king B. Champion of the common people C. King of the common people D. Champion of the king
What is b, champion of the common people
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Who got paid the least during the Market Revolution? A. Women. B. Men. C. Old Ladies. D. Immigrants.
D. Immigrants
100
Which of the following was NOT a major immigrant group to the United States? A. Germans B. Irish C. Russian D. Chinese
C. Russian
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The word "impress" or "impressment" means this. A.) the capturing of natives and forcing them into military service B.) the forcing of soldiers into one's army or navy C.) the assimilation of countries into your country D.) the act of courtship
What is B, the forcing of soldiers into one's army or navy.
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Who became president at the beginning of the Era of Good Feelings?
Who was James Monroe. With the Federalist party basically non-existant, Monroe easily became president, receiving all but one electoral vote.
200
WhAt of Jacksons actions did the people feel was unconsititutional? A. Nullification B. Vetoes C. Bank D. Voting
What is b, vetoes
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Which was NOT an effect of the Market Revolution? A. Artisans and skilled labor diminished. B. Journalism expanded, greater circulation of information. C. A diminishing middle-class. D. Many people lived longer due to advances in healthcare.
C. A diminishing middle-class.
200
Concerning what territory did John Quincy Adams negotiate with the spanish minister, Luis de Onis?
What is Florida. The US already annexed west florida but the US's claim was in dispute.
300
This city had the largest population during the post-Revolution era. A.) Philadelphia B.) Boston C.) New York D.) Washington, D.C.
What is A, Philadelphia.
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Maine was admitted into the union at the same time this state was also admitted into the Union.
What is Missouri. The missouri compromise allowed Missouri to enter as a slave state and Maine enter as a free state.
300
What did Alexis de Tocqueville admire about america? A. Racism B. Democracy C. Voting D. Spoils system
What is b, democracy
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Which of the following was NOT a reason for the rise Nativism? A. An increase in urban crime. B. Higher wages for the white working class. C. Growing Catholic presence. D. Increased competition over labor.
B. Higher wages for the white working class.
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How did Taney's decision affect how the commoners viewed Jackson? A. Positively B. Negatively C. Had no effect D. What was Taney's decision
What is a, positively
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Eli Whitney is famous for his invention, the Cotton Gin, invented in this year. A.) 1776 B.) 1752 C.) 1793 D.) 1781
What is C, 1793.
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During the Era of Good Feelings, what was the sole dominant political party?
What is the Democratic Republican party.
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What was the name of Alexis de Tocqueville first book published about america? A. Democracy in america B. The rises and falls of the elites C. Power of the Government D. The power of the People
What is a, democracy in america
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Which of the following first directly allowed the expansion of the west? A. Canals (ex. Erie Canal). B. Railroads (ex. Baltimore and Ohio). C. The changing role of women in society. D. Increased labor sources. (ex. immigrants).
A. Canals
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In _____, British forces enter Washington, D.C. and set fire to the White House along with other public buildings. A.) 1812 B.) 1815 C.) 1814 D.) 1813
What is C, 1814.
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After the failed invasion of Canada, a fort in this major city was surrendered in August of 1812. A.) Boston B.) New York C.) Columbus D.) Detroit
What is D, Detroit.
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In this supreme court case, John Marshall's ruling to not honor the midnight appointments must have angered John Adams.
What is Marbury v. Madison
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Finish the quote, "equal _____ and equal ______" said by jackson A. Protection and democracy B. Voting and benefits C. System and participation D. Protection and benefits
What is d, equal protection and equal benefits
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The Market Revolution had every following effect EXCEPT: A. Greater division between public/work life and private/family life. B. Advancements in transportation allowed for the spread of goods. C. The nation was integrated by canals and railroads. D. There was a greater focus on skilled labor, rather than cheap labor.
D. There was a greater focus on skilled labor, rather than cheap labor.
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Which of the following was not a component of the Market Revolution? A. New technologies that allowed manufacturing to flourish. B. Decreased inequality among the wealthy and the working class. C. The creation of large corporate bodies to manage large enterprises. D. A massive increase in population due to an increased life expectancy.
B. Decreased inequality among the wealthy and the working class.