1800's Ideas
Eli Whitney developed this machine to separate fibers from the titular plants white bushy fibers
Thomas Jefferson bought this 820,000 acre piece of land from the French in 1804.
What was the Louisiana Territory/ Louisiana Purchase?
Upon entering office, Thomas Jefferson repealed these two controversial policies.
What were the Alien and Sedition Acts?
These two led an expedition westward to explore the United States from 1804-1806.
Who were Merriwether Lewis and William Clark?
The American's paid tribute, or bribe, to this group of people. Without it, they'd be unable to peacefully trade in the Mediterranean Sea.
Who were the Barbary Pirates
It is the name given to the movement to end slavery and liberate enslaved people.
What is Abolition?
This Shoshoni Native American woman, nicknamed Janie, was a crucial member of the Lewis and Clark's Expedition.
Who was Sacajawea?
William Clark estimated this quadruped was 600 lbs, and described it as "a very large and terrible animal"
What is the Grizzly Bear?
This enslaved woman held a romantic relationship with Thomas Jefferson, despite his views on African Slavery
Who was Sally Hemings?
A war between the United States and the African nation of Tripoli between 1801 and 1805.
What was the Tripolitan War?
This was a religious revival that stirred social reforms such as the freeing of slaves.
What was the Second Great Awakening?
This term represents the idea that it is American's God given right to explore westward.
What is Manifest Destiny?
What was the Embargo Act of 1807?
This individual seized power following the French Revolution. He sought to conquer Europe and the Americas.
Who was Napoleon Bonaparte?
This successful slave revolt took place from 1791 to 1804 and resulted in the establishment of the independent nation of Haiti. (Daily Double)
What was the Haitian Revolution?
This was the idea that the US population should be well educated. It went on to influence educational institutions in the US.
What is Enlightened Citizenry?
This 2000 plus mile body of water separates the Eastern and Western parts of the United States.
What is the Mississippi River?
It is the study of celestial bodies, including stars and planets. Lewis and Clark studied this among other scientific fields in preparation for their expedition.
What is astronomy?
This person was appointed Chief Supreme Court Justice and went on to serve for 34 years.
Who was John Marshall?
This series of wars in Europe went on to negatively affect trade with the United States.
What were the Napoleonic Wars?
This practice of a nation establishing and enforcing its rule over other countries or peoples has been prevalent through the Colonial era into modern times.
What is Imperialism?
This Great Plains native was integral to many Native American's way of life. It held sacred and spiritual importance to them.
What is the American Bison (Buffalo)
This landmark Supreme Court case gave the Supreme Court the power of Judicial Review.
What was Marbury Vs Madison?
This Naval Captain, led the Unites States through several wars under the first three presidencies.
Who was Stephen Decatur?
Napoleon adopted this Naval blockade system by surrounding Europe.
What is the Continental System?