Era of Good Feelings
Why was this time called the era of good feelings?
No wars, the country was growing, not a lot of arguments in the government
What was the name of the territory that the US gained from France?
Louisiana Purchase
What is a "wage worker?"
Someone who makes a set amount per hour
3rd president of the US, writer of the Declaration of Independence
Thomas Jefferson
How old is Mr. Simpson?
27
What does the word "Infrastructure mean?
Bridges, roads, canals, or other projects to better connect the country
What were some common dangers faced along the Oregon Trail?
Death, disease, starvation, native americans, and others
What "revolution" helped advance production in the US?
Industrial Revolution
These two explorers were the first people to explore the Louisiana Purchase
Lewis and Clarke
How many students does Mr. Simpson teach across all his classes?
95
What is "Sectionalism?"
When someone has more loyalty to their region than their country. (More proud to be from the midwest than from the US)
Who does the US gain Florida from?
Spain
What is a tarriff?
A tax a country places on all foreign goods coming into the country
4th President of the US, declared war on England to start the war of 1812
James Madison
What motorcycle does Mr. Simpson own?
2020 Kawasaki Ninja
When was the "Era of Good Feelings"?
1815-1825 ish
What word is used for people who moved west in search of a new life?
Homesteaders, or settlers
How can protectionism benefit a country?
Helps raise the prices of foreign goods, meaning local companies can make more money
Author of the "Star Spangled Banner"
Francis Scott Key
What varsity sports did Mr. Simpson play in his senior year?
Football, basketball, track and field, and baseball
Name 3 important politicians from this Era
John C. Calhoun, Henry Clay, James Madison, and Daniel Webster
Where does the name for the San Francisco 49ers come from?
Whose vision of the American economy ended up being more true, Jefferson's or Hamilton's, and why?
Hamilton's. Industrial revolution brought tons of factories and people started moving into big cities for work
Who is credited with creating the "American System"
Henry Clay
How many combined years of coaching experience does Mr. Simpson have?