US History Quiz

Tariff of 1816

A tax on imported goods to protect U.S. factories.

Labor Union

A group of workers who join together to improve pay and working conditions.

Nativism

Belief that native-born Americans are better than immigrants.

Nationalism

Strong pride and loyalty to your country.

American System

Henry Clay’s plan to grow the economy using tariffs, a national bank, and internal improvements (roads/canals).

Adams-Onís Treaty (1819)

Agreement where Spain gave Florida to the U.S. and set a boundary for U.S. territory.

Monroe Doctrine (1823)

U.S. policy saying Europe cannot colonize or interfere in the Americas.

Missouri Compromise (1820)

Agreement to keep balance between free and slave states: Missouri = slave, Maine = free, plus a line (36°30′) for slavery.

Caucus

A meeting of political party members to choose candidates.

Tariff of Abominations (1828)

Very high tariff that hurt the South and helped Northern industry.