AP US History: Nationalism and Economic Development: NOTES

What was the perception of unity during the Era of Good Feelings?

A misleading perception of unity and harmony covered up heated debate over several issues.

Who was James Monroe?

A Revolutionary War hero and prominent Democratic-Republican who won the election of 1816 and focused on acquiring Florida and the Missouri Compromise.

What did the Tariff of 1816 aim to achieve?

It aimed to protect US manufacturers by increasing tariffs on imported goods.

What was Henry Clay’s American System?

A plan that included protective tariffs to promote American products, a national bank for currency, and internal improvements.

What economic crisis occurred in 1819?

The Panic of 1819, characterized by inflation control leading to deflation, increased unemployment, and bank closures.

What was the political significance of the Federalist Party's disappearance in 1816?

It marked a shift in the Democratic-Republican Party, leading to new views that included adopting many Federalist programs.

What was the purpose of the Missouri Compromise?

To postpone the issue of slavery in new territories by admitting Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free state.

What did the Monroe Doctrine state?

The Americas are free and independent, not to be colonized by any European powers, and the US will oppose European interference in Western Hemisphere republics.

What technological advancements contributed to population growth and movement in the early 1800s?

Improved transportation, including roads, canals, steamboats, and railroads, allowed for easier movement of people and goods.

How did the Cotton Gin impact the Southern economy?

It led to a huge expansion of cotton production, becoming the principal cash crop and increasing reliance on slavery.