The making of America, 1789—1900 (OCR)

What event officially ended the Revolutionary War in 1783?

The Treaty of Paris.

What was the first attempt at a unified government in the U.S.?

Articles of Confederation.

What significant meeting took place in 1787 to address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?

The Constitutional Convention.

Who were the Federalists?

Supporters of the Constitution advocating for a strong central government.

What key document was written to support the ratification of the Constitution?

The Federalist Papers.

What year was the U.S. Constitution ratified?

1788.

Who was elected as the first President of the United States in 1789?

George Washington.

What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called?

The Bill of Rights.

What was Hamilton's financial plan primarily aimed at?

Establishing national credit by assuming state debts.

What significant tax was a major factor in the Whiskey Rebellion of 1794?

Excise tax on whiskey.

Which political party favored a strong central government in the early Republic?

Federalist Party.

Who led the Democratic-Republican Party?

Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.

What was the main issue causing tension between the U.S. and France during the Federalist Era?

Impressment of American sailors.

What did the Jay Treaty of 1794 address?

Outstanding issues with Britain.

What was the significance of the XYZ Affair?

It led to the Quasi-War with France and increased anti-French sentiment.

What did Thomas Jefferson's victory in the Election of 1800 symbolize?

The 'Revolution of 1800' and a peaceful transfer of power.

What major land acquisition occurred in 1803 during the Jeffersonian Era?

The Louisiana Purchase.

What Supreme Court case established judicial review in 1803?

Marbury v. Madison.

What was the outcome of the War of 1812?

Ended in stalemate with the Treaty of Ghent, no territorial changes.

Which event is considered a turning point due to its significant American victory in 1863?

The Battle of Gettysburg.

What was the Monroe Doctrine primarily about?

Declaring the Western Hemisphere closed to European colonization.

What did the Missouri Compromise of 1820 address?

The expansion of slavery into western territories.

Who was considered a 'Common Man' President during the Jacksonian Era?

Andrew Jackson.

What was the main aim of the Indian Removal Act of 1830?

Forced removal of Native American tribes from their lands.

What was the purpose of the Compromise of 1850?

To resolve the issue of slavery in newly acquired territories.

What did the Dred Scott decision imply about slavery?

Slaves were not citizens and Congress had no power to prohibit slavery in territories.

What was the key event that marked the beginning of the Civil War?

The Confederate attack on Fort Sumter.

What was the main strategy of the Union during the Civil War known as?

The Anaconda Plan.

Which legislation abolished slavery in the United States?

The 13th Amendment.

What did the Reconstruction Acts of 1867 aim to achieve?

Guarantee Black suffrage and protect Black rights in the South.

What was the primary goal of the KKK during Reconstruction?

To suppress Black voting and enforce white supremacy.

What did the Compromise of 1877 effectively end?

The Reconstruction Era.

Which movement emerged in response to the issues raised during the Gilded Age?

The Progressive Era.

What significant factor contributed to the rise of urban ghettos during the Gilded Age?

Rapid industrialization and immigration.

What was the main criticism of Big Business during the Gilded Age?

Corruption and exploitation in regard to labor and political influence.

What ideology justified American imperialism during the late 19th century?

The belief in Manifest Destiny and 'White Man's Burden'.

What was the goal of the Open Door Policy in China?

To maintain equal trade access for all nations.

What major war did the U.S. engage in to fight for Cuban independence?

The Spanish-American War.

What significant consequence resulted from the Philippine-American War?

The establishment of American colonial rule over the Philippines.

What overarching theme encapsulates the period of American history from 1789-1900?

The evolving tension between federalism and states' rights.