American YAWP Chapter 7 Flashcards
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Why did Gabriel's conspiracy fail?

Two enslaved men revealed the plot to their master.

What was the primary consequence of the War of 1812?

Boost in American nationalism.

All of the following are true about the Haitian revolution except?

  • Napoleon's support proved essential in the success of the Haitian revolution (correct)
  • It established Haiti as the first independent black republic
  • It was a successful slave uprising
  • It had significant effects on the Americas
  • What was the primary purpose of the Hartford Convention?

    <p>Gather leaders of the Federalist party to propose changes to the Constitution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Polygenesis?

    <p>The belief that African descended people were created separately from European descended peoples.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All of the following were contributing causes of the War of 1812 except?

    <p>Success of the Embargo of 1807</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following most accurately describes the attitude of most of the founding fathers as it relates to pure democracy?

    <p>Believed it was dangerous.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What proved to be the most effective unifying force for the Indians who followed Tecumseh?

    <p>Spirituality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was a key goal for president Jefferson?

    <p>Reduce the size of the federal government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did Tecumseh launch his movement?

    <p>Indiana.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the early American belief that women were essential in nurturing the principles of liberty in citizenry?

    <p>Republican Motherhood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Play-off system?

    <p>The ability of Native Americans to manipulate rivalries between European powers for their own advantage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All of the following motivated Napoleon to sell the Louisiana territory except?

    <p>The French and American alliance against the Spanish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Thomas Jefferson's policy of peaceable coercion?

    <p>Attempt to use a trade embargo to force Europeans to respect American navy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Thomas Jefferson's relationship with the American military?

    <p>He distrusted the military and dramatically cut its budget and manpower.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Gabriel's Conspiracy

    • Plot failed when two enslaved individuals reported it to their master.

    War of 1812 Consequences

    • Resulted in a significant increase in American nationalism.

    Haitian Revolution

    • Contrary to belief, Napoleon's support was not essential for the revolution's success.

    Hartford Convention

    • Aimed to assemble Federalist leaders to propose constitutional amendments.

    Polygenesis

    • The theory positing that people of African descent were created separately from those of European descent, articulated by Thomas Jefferson in "Notes on the State of Virginia."

    Causes of the War of 1812

    • The success of the Embargo of 1807 is not considered a contributing factor to the war.

    Founding Fathers' Views on Democracy

    • Most founding fathers perceived pure democracy as a dangerous approach to governance.

    Tecumseh's Movement

    • Spirituality served as the primary unifying force among the Native Americans who followed Tecumseh.

    Thomas Jefferson's Goals

    • One of Jefferson's main objectives was to reduce the size and scope of the federal government.

    Tecumseh's Movement Origin

    • Tecumseh launched his movement from Indiana while building alliances from Canada to Georgia.

    Republican Motherhood

    • Early American belief that women played a critical role in nurturing the principles of liberty within the citizenry.

    Play-off System

    • Native Americans leveraged rivalries between European powers to their advantage.

    Napoleon and the Louisiana Territory

    • Motivations for selling the territory did not include an alliance against the Spanish by France and America.

    Peaceable Coercion

    • Thomas Jefferson’s policy involved using trade embargoes as a method to compel European nations to respect American naval rights.

    Jefferson and the Military

    • Jefferson displayed distrust towards the military, resulting in significant reductions in its budget and personnel.

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    Test your knowledge with these flashcards based on Chapter 7 of the American YAWP. This quiz covers key events and consequences from American history, including the War of 1812 and the Haitian Revolution. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of pivotal historical moments.

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