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What was the key outcome of the Louisiana Purchase in 1803?

The purchase doubled the size of the United States and removed foreign presence.

Who was John Marshall and why is he significant?

John Marshall was a Federalist judge appointed as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, known for establishing judicial review.

What was the main issue in the Marbury vs. Madison case?

The case was about whether Marbury had the right to his commission and whether the Judiciary Act of 1789 was unconstitutional.

What prompted the Embargo Act of 1807?

Jefferson hoped that the Act would stop Britain from violating the neutral rights of the U.S.

What was the Nonintercourse Act of 1809?

Allowed Americans to trade with all nations except Britain and France.

What were the key provisions of the Treaty of Ghent (1814)?

A halt to fighting, return of all conquered territory, and recognition of the prewar boundary between Canada and the United States.

Describe the Monroe Doctrine.

The Monroe Doctrine stated that the American continents were not to be colonized by European powers, asserting U.S. influence in the Western Hemisphere.

What did the Missouri Compromise establish regarding slavery?

Slavery would be prohibited in territories north of the 36°30’ latitude, with Missouri being admitted as a slave state and Maine as a free state.

What were Henry Clay’s three parts of the American System?

1. Protective tariffs, 2) National Bank, 3) Internal improvements.

What led to the Panic of 1819?

The Panic was caused by the Second National Bank tightening credit to control inflation, leading to state bank closures and economic hardship.

What did the Hartford Convention propose?

The convention was called by Federalists to discuss amending the Constitution and potentially seceding due to opposition to the War of 1812.

Who were the War Hawks and what did they advocate for?

Young Republicans from frontier states who were eager for war with Britain to defend American honor and expand territory.

What was the Old Northwest?

The region where many German immigrants established homesteads and prospered.

Who were nativists and what was their main belief?

Native-born Americans who disliked the mostly Catholic immigrants, advocating for stricter immigration policies.

What was the significance of Nat Turner's revolt in 1831?

The revolt gave hope to slaves and led to stricter slave codes in the South.