US History 1 Exam 2

This building was burned during the war of 1812 by British.

White House

Following this battle, General Jackson became a popular US hero.

Battle of New Orleans

This project connected the Great Lakes to the larger Atlantic World’s trading networks.

Erie Canal

This technology was originally used as a mean to connect canal routs.

Railroad

Which party lost most of its credibility following the War of 1812?

Federalist Party

At the end of 1811, this Shawnee leader’s confederacy lost to US forces at Battle of Tippecanoe.

Tecumseh

This early 19th century model of industry was demonstrated through multiple factory mills.

Lowell System

This advancement revolutionized communication across the US in mid-19th century.

Telegraph

This amended the constitution in order to protect people from powerful federal government.

Bill of Rights

The ______ Industry promoted industrialization in both Britain and the US.

Textile Industry

These two men explored the _____ between 1804 and 1806 for President Jefferson.

Lousiana Purchase

Daniel Boone helped blaze this key trail in Kentucky.

Cumberland Gap

This was more streamlined vessel that halved the duration of Atlantic trips.

Clipper Ship

This treaty “officially” ended the war of 1812 even though some battles were yet to come.

Treaty of Ghent

This was one of the longest and most important overland trail in then Southwest.

Santa Fe Trail

This was major reason why the US started the war of 1812.

Impressment of US civilians

This man was called “the Great Compromiser”

Henry Clay

Manifest Destiny

destiny of the nation to expand its territory across the North American continent. It was fueled by a sense of American exceptionalism and the belief in the superiority of American institutions and culture. John L. O'Sullivan in 1845.

Articles of confederation

First constitution of the United States, in effect from 1781 to 1789. They established a weak central government with limited powers, as the Founding Fathers were wary of creating a strong central authority. However, the Articles proved to be ineffective in governing the country, leading to the drafting of the U.S. Constitution.

What is the Battle of Lake Erie

Naval engagement during the War of 1812 between the United States and Great Britain.

Who is Stephan Decatur

American naval officer and hero of the War of 1812. He is known for his bravery and successful naval campaigns against the Barbary pirates.

What is Barbary pirates

North African pirates who operated in the Mediterranean Sea from the 16th to the 19th centuries.

What is Monroe Doctrine

U.S. foreign policy statement issued in 1823 by President James Monroe. It stated that any European colonization or intervention in the Americas would be considered as an act of aggression towards the United States.

What is spoil system

Was used to maintain political power and loyalty. This system often led to corruption and inefficiency in government.

Who is Samuel Morse

American inventor and artist who is best known for developing the Morse code and co-inventing the single-wire telegraph system. He was born on April 27, 1791, and died on April 2, 1872.

What is the Jacksonian Democracy

Political movement and philosophy that emerged during the presidency of Andrew Jackson in the United States from 1829 to 1837. It emphasized the expansion of suffrage, the spoils system, and the belief in the common man's ability to participate in politics.

What is the market revolution

Major changes in the United States economy that occurred in the early 19th century. It was characterized by the shift from subsistence farming to commercial agriculture, the growth of manufacturing and industry, the expansion of transportation networks, and the rise of a market-based economy.

Mexican-American War

From 1846 to 1848. It was sparked by territorial disputes over Texas, which had recently been annexed by the United States.

The Great Compromise

Agreement reached during the Constitutional Convention of 1787. It resolved the debate between the Virginia Plan and the New Jersey Plan regarding the structure of the legislative branch in the United States. The compromise proposed a bicameral legislature, with representation in the House of Representatives based on population and equal representation in the Senate. This compromise helped to establish the framework for the U.S. Congress that is still in place today.

What is Democratic-Republicans

Political party in the United States during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. They were founded by Thomas Jefferson and James Madison and were characterized by their support for states' rights, strict interpretation of the Constitution, agrarianism, and opposition to a strong central government. They were the main opposition to the Federalist Party and played a significant role in shaping early American politics.

What is Cumberland Road

First major highway built by the federal government in the United States. It was constructed between 1811 and 1837 and stretched from Cumberland, Maryland to Vandalia, Illinois. The road played a significant role in westward expansion.

Nullification Crisis

Political conflict in the United States during the 1830s. It involved the dispute between the federal government and the state of South Carolina over the issue of tariffs. South Carolina claimed the right to nullify, or reject, federal laws it deemed unconstitutional.

The Whigs

They were formed in opposition to President Andrew Jackson and his Democratic Party. The Whigs supported a strong federal government, protective tariffs, and internal improvements. They also advocated for the modernization and industrialization of the country.

The Alamo

Texas Revolution. It was a battle fought between Mexican forces led by General Santa Anna and Texian defenders in 1836.

Washington’s Proclamation 1793

Declaration made by President George Washington that the United States would remain neutral in the ongoing conflict between France and Great Britain. This proclamation aimed to protect American interests and avoid entanglement in European wars.

Worcester v. Georgia

Supreme Court case in 1832 that established tribal sovereignty and invalidated state laws that infringed upon Native American rights. The court ruled that the state of Georgia could not enforce its laws within Cherokee territory, recognizing the Cherokee Nation as a distinct political entity.