War of 1812
What was one cause of the War of 1812?
The impressment of sailors by the British Navy.
Who invented the cotton gin?
Eli Whitney
What effect did immigration have on the population of the United States?
Growth of cities in urban areas
How did the Industrial Revolution change the way people worked?
It introduced factories, which allowed for mass production of goods
What effect did the War of 1812 have on U.S. manufacturing?
It increased U.S. manufacturing as the country had to produce its own goods.
What was John Deere known for inventing?
Steel Plow
Which two groups of immigrants helped build the Transcontinental Railroad in the 1860s?
Irish and Chinese
How did the Industrial Revolution affect slavery in the South?
Increased the number of slaves needed to harvest cotton
War of 1812 poem that later became our national anthem
Star Spangled Banner
Why were more slaves needed in the south after Eli Whitney’s cotton gin made harvesting cotton easier?
The demand for cotton increased in northern textile factories
How did immigration to cities in the late 1800s affect the United States economy?
It provided workers for growing factories
What was a major change that came during the Industrial Revolution
Change from hand produced products to machine manufactoring
How did the War of 1812 impact American patriotism?
It increased feelings of nationalism and unity among Americans.
What impact did John Deere's inventions have on farming?
They made it easier to plow tough soil, improving crop yields.
What was one major economic benefit that immigrants brought to the United States during the Industrial Revolution?
Skilled labor for factories
Which section of the United States was more industrialized during the Industrial Revolution?
The North
How did the impressment of sailors impact U.S.-British relations before the war?
It caused tensions and anger among Americans towards British practices, leading to calls for war.
What was the main purpose of the cotton gin?
To separate cotton seeds from cotton fibers
How did immigration affect American industry?
Provided need for workers in factories
What was a major difference between the North and South during the Industrial Revolution?
The North developed more factories while the South relied on farming