APUSH American Pageant Chapter 29 Flashcards

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As governor of New Jersey, Woodrow Wilson established a record as?

a passionate reformer

Before he was elected president in 1912, Woodrow Wilson had been?

state governor

When Jane Addams placed Teddy Roosevelt's name in nomination for the presidency in 1912, it symbolized what?

the rising political status of women, as well as Progressive support for the cause of social justice

What did Teddy Roosevelt's new nationalism support?

an abroad program of social welfare Signup and view all the answers

Woodrow Wilson's New Freedom favored what?

small enterprise, entrepreneurship, and the free functioning of unregulated and monopolized markets Signup and view all the answers

What was notable about the 1912 presidential election?

the split in the Republican Party Signup and view all the answers

In 1912, Woodrow Wilson became the first __________ elected to the presidency since the Civil War.

southerner Signup and view all the answers

To secure the passage of the Underwood tariff bill, Woodrow Wilson?

personally presented the case to Congress Signup and view all the answers

The Sixteenth Amendment provided for the first?

graduated federal income tax Signup and view all the answers

When Congress passed the Underwood Tariff Bill in 1913, it intended to?

lower tariff rates Signup and view all the answers

The Federal Reserve Act gave the Federal Reserve Board the authority to?

issue paper money and to increase the amount of money in circulation Signup and view all the answers

The Federal Trade Commission was established in 1914 to?

address the practice of eliminating unfair discriminatory trade practices Signup and view all the answers

Because of the benefits that it conferred on labor, Samuel Gompers called the __________ 'labor's Magna Carta.'

Clayton Anti-Trust Act of 1914 Signup and view all the answers

The first Jew to sit on the United States Supreme Court, appointed by Woodrow Wilson, was?

Louis Brandeis Signup and view all the answers

Woodrow Wilson showed the limits of his progressivism by?

accelerating the segregation of African Americans in the federal bureaucracy Signup and view all the answers

Woodrow Wilson affected the United States by encouraging?

massive migration of Mexicans across the border Signup and view all the answers

Wilson's first direct use of American military forces in Mexico occurred when he?

seized the Mexican port of Vera Cruz to prevent German delivery of arms to President Huerta Signup and view all the answers

As World War I began in Europe, the alliance system placed Germany and Austria-Hungary as leaders of the _, while Russia and France were among the _.

Central Powers, allies Signup and view all the answers

In 1914, Americans wanted?

to stay out of World War I Signup and view all the answers

When Woodrow Wilson won reelection in 1916, he received strong support from the?

former progressives and/or working class Signup and view all the answers

In the 1912 presidential election, a third-party candidate won the presidency for the only time in history.

False Signup and view all the answers

Woodrow Wilson was most comfortable surrounded by?

Academic Scholars Signup and view all the answers

As a result of Wilson's plead for sweeping reform of the banking system, the Federal Reserve Act created the new?

Federal Reserve Board Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Woodrow Wilson and His Political Context

Woodrow Wilson was a passionate reformer during his tenure as governor of New Jersey.
Prior to becoming president in 1912, he served as a state governor.
Wilson's presidency marked the election of the first southerner since the Civil War.

1912 Presidential Election

The election was significant due to a split in the Republican Party.
Jane Addams nominated Teddy Roosevelt, highlighting women's rising political status and Progressive ideals for social justice.
Roosevelt's New Nationalism supported an extensive social welfare program, while Wilson's New Freedom emphasized small enterprises and free markets, opposing social-welfare programs.

Key Legislative Actions

Wilson personally advocated for the Underwood Tariff Bill, which aimed to lower tariff rates.
The Sixteenth Amendment, passed during this time, established the first graduated federal income tax.
The Federal Reserve Act empowered the Federal Reserve Board to issue paper money and regulate money circulation.
The Federal Trade Commission was established in 1914 to combat unfair trade practices.
The Clayton Anti-Trust Act of 1914 was praised by labor leaders like Samuel Gompers as "labor's Magna Charta."

Louis Brandeis became the first Jewish Supreme Court Justice appointed by Wilson.
Wilson’s progressivism faced criticism due to increased segregation of African Americans in federal positions.

Foreign Policy and Mexican Revolution

Wilson's foreign policy led to a significant migration of Mexicans to the U.S.
He intervened in Mexico by seizing the port of Vera Cruz to prevent German arms delivery to President Huerta.
The Mexican revolution led to chaos, prompting Wilson's actions, although he initially sought a non-interventionist approach.

World War I Context

At the onset of World War I, Americans largely favored remaining neutral.
The alliance system divided nations into Central Powers (Germany and Austria-Hungary) and allies (Russia and France).
Wilson's reelection in 1916 garnered support from former progressives and the working class.

Insights from 1912 Election Candidates

Wilson represented the Democrats with a progressive agenda focused on reforms.
Theodore Roosevelt, running as a third-party candidate, advocated for social welfare and trust control, despite being wounded during the campaign.
Taft and Roosevelt's split in Republican support helped Wilson secure victory.

Overview of U.S.-Mexico Relations

The Mexican Revolution of 1913 led to widespread upheaval as General Huerta replaced the ousted president.
Wilson ultimately ordered military intervention after the Tampico Incident, but diplomatic pressure from Latin American nations prevented escalated conflict.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards covering Chapter 29 of 'The American Pageant'. Key events and figures, including Woodrow Wilson and Jane Addams, are highlighted to enhance your understanding of this pivotal era in American history. Perfect for APUSH exam preparation!