U.S. History: Monroe
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Who was the last of the founding fathers to serve as president?
President James Monroe (1817-1825)
What was the period known as during Monroe's presidency?
The Era of Good Feelings
What significant action did Monroe take regarding the national bank?
Recharted the national bank for another 20 years
What was the tariff rate increase during Monroe's presidency?
Increased from 8% to 20%
Who were the three most prominent leaders during Monroe's presidency?
Henry Clay, Daniel Webster, and John C. Calhoun
What was the Rush-Bagot Treaty of 1817?
An agreement between America and Canada for a peaceful border
What was the outcome of the Adams-Onis Treaty (1819)?
America purchased Florida from Spain for $5 million
What was the significance of McCulloch v. Maryland?
It addressed the conflict between federal and state power regarding the National Bank
What was the American System proposed by Henry Clay?
A proposal to use government money for internal improvements like roads, bridges, and canals
What was the Monroe Doctrine of 1823?
A declaration that Europe should not interfere in the Western Hemisphere
What was the Missouri Compromise of 1820?
An agreement that admitted Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free state, establishing the 36°30′ line
What was the Corrupt Bargain?
The secret agreement between John Quincy Adams and Henry Clay to secure Adams' presidency
What characterized President Andrew Jackson's approach to voting?
Universal suffrage for all white men over 21
What was the spoil system during Jackson's presidency?
The practice of appointing friends to political positions
What was the Kitchen Cabinet?
Jackson's unofficial group of advisors, consisting of friends and journalists
What was the Gag Rule passed by Congress?
A law making it illegal to discuss slavery in Congress for 8 years
What was the theory of nullification proposed by John C. Calhoun?
The idea that states could nullify federal laws they deemed unconstitutional
What was the outcome of the Webster-Hayne debate?
A discussion on nullification, with Webster arguing it would fragment the nation
What was thWho was the last of the founding fathers to serve as president?
President James Monroe (1817-1825)
What was the period known as during Monroe's presidency?
The Era of Good Feelings
What significant action did Monroe take regarding the national bank?
Recharted the national bank for another 20 years
What was the tariff rate increase during Monroe's presidency?
Increased from 8% to 20%
Who were the three most prominent leaders during Monroe's presidency?
Henry Clay, Daniel Webster, and John C. Calhoun
What was the Rush-Bagot Treaty of 1817?
An agreement between America and Canada for a peaceful border
What was the outcome of the Adams-Onis Treaty (1819)?
America purchased Florida from Spain for $5 million
What was the significance of McCulloch v. Maryland?
It addressed the conflict between federal and state power regarding the National Bank
What was the American System proposed by Henry Clay?
A proposal to use government money for internal improvements like roads, bridges, and canals
What was the Monroe Doctrine of 1823?
A declaration that Europe should not interfere in the Western Hemisphere
What was the Missouri Compromise of 1820?
An agreement that admitted Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free state, establishing the 36°30′ line
What was the Corrupt Bargain?
The secret agreement between John Quincy Adams and Henry Clay to secure Adams' presidency
What characterized President Andrew Jackson's approach to voting?
Universal suffrage for all white men over 21
What was the spoil system during Jackson's presidency?
The practice of appointing friends to political positions
What was the Kitchen Cabinet?
Jackson's unofficial group of advisors, consisting of friends and journalists
What was the Gag Rule passed by Congress?
A law making it illegal to discuss slavery in Congress for 8 years
What was the theory of nullification proposed by John C. Calhoun?
The idea that states could nullify federal laws they deemed unconstitutional
What was the outcome of the Webster-Hayne debate?
A discussion on nullification, with Webster arguing it would fragment the nation
What was the Nullification Crisis?
A conflict over South Carolina's attempt to nullify federal tariff laws
What were the Five Civilized Tribes?
Tribes classified as 'civilized' by white Americans for adopting Anglo-American culture
What was the Trail of Tears?
The forced relocation of Cherokee people, resulting in thousands of deaths
Who was Nicholas Biddle?
The president of the National Bank who sought to keep it open
What led to Texas Independence?
Settlers in Texas did not comply with Mexican conditions, leading to conflict
What was the significance of the Battle of the Alamo?
A pivotal battle in the Texas Revolution where Texans fought against Mexican troops
When did Texas become an independent nation?
On April 21, 1836e Nullification Crisis?
What were the Five Civilized Tribes?
Tribes classified as 'civilized' by white Americans for adopting Anglo-American culture
What was the Trail of Tears?
The forced relocation of Cherokee people, resulting in thousands of deaths
Who was Nicholas Biddle?
The president of the National Bank who sought to keep it open
What led to Texas Independence?
Settlers in Texas did not comply with Mexican conditions, leading to conflict
What was the significance of the Battle of the Alamo?
A pivotal battle in the Texas Revolution where Texans fought against Mexican troops
When did Texas become an independent nation?
On April 21, 1836
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