Unit 5 Test - AP U.S. History

This set of flashcards covers the major concepts, events, and implications discussed in the Unit 5 Test for AP U.S. History. Each card poses a question that encapsulates critical historical knowledge for the exam.

What agreement did Thomas J. Ross make with the Freedmen at his Rosstown Plantation in 1866?

Ross agreed to furnish land and share half of the crops produced with the Freedmen after expenses.

What principles did the Freedmen agree to under their contract with Ross?

They agreed to plant, cultivate, and manage crops under Ross's supervision and obey his orders.

What does the labor contract evidence about the post-Civil War South?

It reflects social and economic continuities from the antebellum period.

What was one of the outcomes of Freedmen labor practices described in the contract?

It contributed to the development of new labor systems, such as sharecropping.

What issue did the political divisions in the mid-19th century reflect?

Divisions largely reflected sectional tensions over slavery.

Which event prominently influenced political party evolution in the 19th century?

The Dred Scott decision fueled sectionalism and party changes.

What treaty included articles ceding land from Native Americans to the U.S. government?

Treaty of Medicine Creek.

What was a significant concern highlighted by Samuel F. B. Morse in 1835?

The influence of foreign immigration on U.S. institutions.

What was a direct consequence of Morse's concerns?

The formation of a political party focused on limiting immigration.

Where did many immigrants settle between 1840 and 1860?

Primarily in the Northeast and Midwest.

In the 1840s and 1850s, immigrants predominantly came from which countries?

Ireland and Germany.

What event in April 1865 was significant to Civil War history?

The end of the Civil War.

Which act aimed to reconstruct the Southern states after the Civil War?

The Military Reconstruction Act of 1867.

What was one perceived failure of Reconstruction?

The implementation of Jim Crow laws and segregation.

What was an immediate result of the Military Reconstruction Act?

Increased political opportunities for freedmen.

What political controversy was highlighted in Thomas Nast's 1874 cartoon?

The issues surrounding the Reconstruction era and its outcomes.

Who was the intended audience for Nast's political cartoon?

Moderate Republicans and the general public concerned about Reconstruction.

What challenges did Miners face during the Gold Rush as described in Granville Stuart's memoir?

Dependency on weather patterns and harsh environmental conditions.

What historical pattern does the Gold Rush exemplify?

The quest for new economic opportunities in the West.

What legislation heightened tensions over bleeding Kansas and sectional conflict?

The Kansas-Nebraska Act.

How were anti-immigrant sentiments expressed in 19th century America?

Through nativist movements and organizations.

Which group most likely opposed the Louisiana Black Codes?

Members of the Republican Party advocating for civil rights.

What did the Texas Black Codes reflect about post-Civil War society?

Resistance to African American civil rights and autonomy.

Which amendment aimed to secure African American citizenship?

The 14th Amendment.

What was a long-term effect of the passage of the 15th Amendment?

Increased political involvement of African Americans.

What was the purpose of the Homestead Act of 1862?

To encourage westward expansion by providing land to settlers.

What need influenced the passage of the Homestead Act during the Civil War?

The absence of Southern interests allowed for free land policies.

What was one outcome of the letter sent to President Lincoln from English working men?

It expressed support for the Union cause and abolition of slavery.

How did this letter indirectly affect African Americans during the Civil War?

It increased the enlistment and recruitment of African Americans into the Union army.

What was a key strategy of the Southern states to gain foreign support?

To leverage their cotton production against British interests.

What evidence of diplomatic support from European powers was a consequence for the North?

The letter illustrated Northern advantages in gaining support against the Confederacy.

What challenges did the cartoon from the Rail Splitter address?

The sectional conflicts within the U.S. during the lead-up to the Civil War.

What outcome followed the controversial election described in the cartoon?

The secession of Southern states from the Union.

What did the election referenced in the cartoon signify for political parties?

The emergence of the Republican Party as a sectional force.

What rights were outlined in Texas’s Black Codes of 1865?

Limited rights for African Americans while maintaining racial discrimination.

How did Reconstruction legislation contradict the rights of African Americans?

By enforcing segregation and limiting freedoms despite constitutional amendments.

What did the cartoon concerning Brooks and Sumner reveal about the time period?

Tensions over violence and sectionalism leading to greater conflict.

What lasting impacts did the cartoon's sentiments have on sectional attitudes?

Contributed to mistrust and resentment between the North and South.

What was demonstrated through the image of Storming Fort Wagner?

The evolving role and recognition of African American troops.

Which act promoted the settlement of Western lands post-Civil War?

The Homestead Act of 1862.

What impact did the Homestead Act have on U.S. demographics?

Encouraged widespread migration to the West by offering land.

What principle of American democracy was highlighted in the letter from England?

The ideal of equality and freedom resonating with the American cause.

How did the imagery relating to Fort Wagner reflect on the Civil War's purpose?

It showcased the broader aim of freedom and equality in the conflict.

What was a primary goal of the Reconstruction Act of 1867?

To reorganize the Southern states and enforce civil rights.

Which competitive economic framework prevailed in the North during the Civil War?

Free labor manufacturing economy.

What were the Black Codes an attempt to maintain?

Racial control and economic subjugation of freed slaves.

What ultimate effect did anti-immigration sentiments have on the political landscape?

Fostering nativist movements and immigration restrictions.

What ideology did the Homestead Act reflect in its intent?

Expansionist ideology of providing land to promote economic growth.

How did the Treaty of Medicine Creek serve Native American groups?

It defined their rights and reserved land for their use.

What was the eventual outcome of tensions reflected in various cartoons featuring politicians?

They contributed to the escalation toward Civil War.

What event did the Emancipation Proclamation establish which changed the war?

It allowed for the enlistment of African Americans in the Union army.