1. Shays rebellion - a violent protest by farmers against the idea of tax collections. Under the articles of confederation, the gov had issues resoliving it

2. class warfare/struggles

3. whiskey rebellion

4. articles of Confederation weakness - The central gov. could not tax, one house

   Congress, no president, and no judiciary branch.

5. federalists vs democratic republicans

   • Federalists: led by Hamilton and Washington, power to the states, pro-France

   • Democtars: led by Madison and Jefferson, power to the people, pro brits

6. strict vs loose interpretation of the constitution

   • Strict: the gov. only possesses the specific powers stated in the constitution.

   • Loose: the gov. has all powers that are not specifically denied in the Constitution.

7. alien inhibitients Act - tightened restrictions on foreign-born Americans

8. Alexander Hamilton’s financial plan that assumed state debuts

9. subsides - money that the gov gives to businesses that could positively affect the country, mostly railroad componies

10. separation of powers

11. hamiltons support for manufacturing and protecting tariffs(taxes) - to keep a stable economy

12. urban elites vs rural features

13. citizenship qualifications - property owing and tax paying

14. war of 1812 causes and effects

15. Monroe doctrine

16. peaceful transfer of power between political parties

17. bacon’s rebellion

18. common senses

19. enlightenment

20. taxation without representation

21. stamp act

22. boycotts

23. republican motherhood

LEQ Outline: Settlers in the eighteenth-century American backcountry sometimes resorted to violent protest to express their grievances. Analyze the causes and significance of TWO of the following:

March of the Paxton Boys

Regulator Movement

Shay’s Rebellion

Whiskey Rebellion  (07) 

Thesis Statement:Settlers in the eighteenth-century American backcountry resorted to violent protests due to economic grievances and lack of political representation, as exemplified by the March of the Paxton Boys and the Whiskey Rebellion.

I. Introduction

• Brief overview of backcountry tensions

• Importance of violent protests in expressing grievances

II. March of the Paxton BoysA. Causes

1. Frontier violence and Native American conflicts

2. Perceived neglect by colonial governmentB. Significance

3. Highlighted tensions between backcountry settlers and eastern elites

4. Prompted discussions on frontier policy and Native American relations

III. Whiskey RebellionA. Causes

1. Economic hardship and taxation on whiskey

2. Discontent with federal authorityB. Significance

3. Demonstrated the challenges of enforcing federal laws

4. Set a precedent for federal response to civil unrest

IV. Conclusion

• Summary of causes and significance

• Reflection on the impact of these protests on American governance and society

LEQ Outline: Compare the contributions of TWO of the following in helping establish a stable government after the adoption of the Constitution.

            John Adams        Thomas Jefferson     George Washington 

Thesis Statement:Both George Washington and John Adams played pivotal roles in establishing a stable government after the adoption of the Constitution through their leadership and policy decisions.

I. George Washington's ContributionsA. Leadership as the First President1. Set precedents for future presidents (e.g., two-term limit)2. Established the Cabinet to advise and support executive decisionsB. Handling of Domestic Issues1. Responded to the Whiskey Rebellion, asserting federal authority2. Promoted national unity through his Farewell Address

II. John Adams' ContributionsA. Advocacy for a Strong Central Government1. Supported the Alien and Sedition Acts to maintain order2. Strengthened the federal judiciary through the Judiciary Act of 1801B. Foreign Policy and Diplomacy1. Navigated tensions with France, maintaining peace2. Established a foundation for future foreign relations

Conclusion:Washington's leadership and Adams' policies were crucial in solidifying the new government, ensuring stability and continuity in the early years of the United States.

LEQ Outline: Compare the degree to which the Articles of Confederation provided an effective form of government with respect to any TWO of the following:

Foreign relations

Economic conditions                  Western lands

Thesis Statement:The Articles of Confederation provided a limited and ineffective form of government, particularly in foreign relations and economic conditions, which ultimately led to its downfall.

I. Foreign RelationsA. Weaknesses in diplomacy1. Lack of a strong central authority to negotiate treaties2. Inability to enforce agreements (e.g., Treaty of Paris)B. Consequences1. Difficulty in maintaining peace with foreign nations2. Loss of respect from European powers

II. Economic ConditionsA. Financial instability1. Inability to levy taxes leading to revenue shortages2. States printing their own currency causing inflationB. Consequences1. Economic disarray and interstate trade disputes2. Shays' Rebellion as a response to economic hardship

Conclusion:The Articles of Confederation's inability to effectively manage foreign relations and economic conditions highlighted its weaknesses, necessitating a stronger federal government.