Louisiana Purchase
By how much did America expand after the Louisiana purchase?
America almost doubled.
Who was it between?
U.S. and Great Britain.
Who invented the cotton gin?
Eli Whitney
A purpose of the Bank of the US was to
Stabilize currency, help government manage finances...
How much was Louisiana sold for?
$15,000,000
How did the U.S. win?
A big storm destroyed the prevailing British troops and led to American victory.
What is a benefit of steamboats compared to before?
They can move upstream/They can travel faster
Religious movement that encouraged people to think for themselves
2nd Great Awakening
Which emperor decided and sold Louisiana?
Napoleon Bonaparte
What was the major damage inflicted to America?
Development of railroads, locomotives, and steamboats
Transportation Revolution
What was the prohibition about?
Prohibits the sale, transportation, production, and importation of alcoholic drinks
Who was sent to negotiate for a cheaper price?
Robert Livingston & James Monroe
Did the U.S. have an advantage?
No, the U.S. army was poorly trained, had few men, and was not professional.
Why did machines widely replace human labor?
Machines were much more efficient and time-saving
The U.S. was the "Cotton King" because it produced?
half of world's cotton
Why did France want to sell Louisiana?
To get funds for the war with Great Britain, and to ease the financial problems.
Why was the War of 1812 fought?
Great Britain interfered with American trade, supported Indians against westward expansion, and its navy took American sailors. (impressment)
Did major food shortages occur because of urbanization?
No, because agriculture revolution also happened because of market revolution.
The Monroe Doctrine stated the role of America in the Western Hemisphere, and encouraged America & Europe to
not interfere with European political affairs & not colonize or install puppet monarchs