Movements

Who were the primary participants in the French and Indian War?

The British and the French, with Native American allies.

What was the main purpose of the Stamp Act?

To impose a tax on printed materials to generate revenue for Britain.

What significant event did the Tea Act lead to?

The Boston Tea Party.

What were the causes of Shays’ Rebellion?

Farmers protested taxes and debt.

How much did the U.S. pay for the Louisiana Territory?

$15 million.

What did South Carolina attempt to do during the Nullification Crisis?

To nullify federal tariffs.

What was the outcome of the Battle of Vicksburg?

It split the Confederacy and gave the Union a strategic victory.

What was the goal of Sherman’s March to the Sea?

To destroy Southern infrastructure and morale.

Why was the Transcontinental Railroad constructed?

To improve trade, travel, and national unity.

What transformation did the Industrial Revolution bring about?

A shift from agrarian to industrial economies.