APUSH Chapter 8 - Nationalism and Economy

Questions and Answers

To what extent was this era good?

This era was good, since people generally felt optimistic and patriotic, but it didn't last very long.

Explain how Parson Mason Weems' fictional story of a young George Washington chopping down a cherry tree illustrates a cultural trend of the time.

It shows the patriotic themes many of the art and literature had, painting Washington in a wholesome, heroic fashion.

How did the tariff of 1816 differ from the tariff in Hamilton's Plan during the early 1790's?

These tariffs were to protect the U.S from foreign competition. Hamilton's tariffs were to collect revenue.

Was Henry Clay more Hamiltonian or Jeffersonian?

Hamiltonian, because he advocated for the power of the central government, with the national banks and tariffs. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Monroe veto road and canal projects?

Because he believed in a strict interpretation of the constitution, which didn't provide for roads and canal building. Signup and view all the answers

How did the panic of 1819 impact American voters?

They began to oppose a national bank and debtors prisons, calling for reform. Signup and view all the answers

Although the nation was united under a single political party, division emerged resulting in the eventual development of new parties. Compare the causes of these divisions to the causes of the Hamilton and Jefferson division in the 1790s.

Hamilton and Jefferson divisions occurred because the new nation was just forming and people disagreed on the fundamental ways of doing things. Now that many of those things are agreed upon, people disagree more over policies. Signup and view all the answers

To what extent were these forces similar?

They both occurred because of differing ideals, but they were different because they were a response to their different time. Signup and view all the answers

To what extent was westward expansion responsible for increasing sectional conflict?

Sectional conflict occurred long before westward expansion happened, but expansion did increase tensions, as both the North and South were worried they'd be outnumbered politically. Signup and view all the answers

Explain how a 19th century American pioneer would view 'acquiring American Indian land' as justifiable.

They believed it was justifiable because the American Indians had fought against them in two wars, and they saw them as an enemy. Signup and view all the answers

Support, refute, or modify the following statement: Henry Clay was the Great Pacificator and the Great Compromiser.

Henry Clay was the great compromiser for his proposal of the Missouri Compromise, which pacified the North and South to keep them balanced in the House. Signup and view all the answers

Did Jefferson see the Missouri Compromise as a success?

Yes, because it was able to preserve the union and pacify the North and South peacefully. Signup and view all the answers

Explain why President Monroe and Secretary of State John Quincy Adams pursued a more aggressive foreign policy.

Because they wanted to actively advance American interests and show the world that America could become a global power. Signup and view all the answers

To what extent were relations between the United States and Great Britain more positive in the Era of Good Feelings than they were during the 1780s and 1790s?

Relations between the U.S and Britain were much more peaceful during the Era of Good Feelings. One example is the Rush-Bagot agreement, and the treaty of 1818, which they came to peacefully and favored both nations. Signup and view all the answers

What was more significant to the growth and development of the United States, John Quincy Adams' accomplishments as Secretary of State or the military accomplishments of General Andrew Jackson?

Secretary of State John Quincy Adams, namely his work with the Monroe Doctrine which would be quoted for many years to come. He also persuaded Monroe to support Jackson in his military efforts, which was very important. Signup and view all the answers

With the issuance of the Monroe Doctrine, was America a world power?

America wasn't really a world power. People didn't listen to the Monroe Doctrine because they respected America, they listened because they were afraid of Britain. Without Britain to back America up, no one would've given the Monroe Doctrine a second thought. Signup and view all the answers

Compare the population in 1840 to the population in 1790.

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Study Notes

Nationalism and Economic Development

This era was marked by optimism and patriotism, although it was short-lived.

Cultural Trends

Parson Mason Weems created a fictional narrative surrounding George Washington, emphasizing patriotic themes through his portrayal as a heroic figure.

Tariffs

The Tariff of 1816 aimed to protect U.S. industries from foreign competition, contrasting with Hamilton's early tariffs that primarily sought to generate revenue.

Political Ideologies

Henry Clay aligned more with Hamiltonian ideals through his support for a strong central government, national banks, and protective tariffs.

Monroe's Vetoes

President Monroe vetoed road and canal projects due to his strict interpretation of the Constitution, which did not support federal infrastructure development.

Panic of 1819

The economic panic led voters to oppose the national bank and debtors' prisons, increasing calls for reform.

Political Divisions

New political divisions arose in a united political environment, reflecting deeper disagreements over policies rather than foundational government structures like during the Hamilton-Jefferson divide.

Sectional Conflict and Expansion

While sectional conflicts predated westward expansion, the latter heightened tensions as both Northern and Southern states feared political marginalization.

Pioneer Perspectives

19th-century pioneers justified acquiring American Indian land, viewing them as adversaries due to conflicts stemming from previous wars.

Henry Clay's Role

Henry Clay earned the title "Great Compromiser" for crafting the Missouri Compromise, which balanced interests of the North and South in Congress.

Jefferson and the Missouri Compromise

Thomas Jefferson viewed the Missouri Compromise as a success for maintaining the union and peace between Northern and Southern states.

Aggressive Foreign Policy

Monroe and John Quincy Adams pursued a proactive foreign policy to enhance American interests and establish the nation as a global power.

U.S.-Britain Relations

Relations with Great Britain improved during the Era of Good Feelings compared to the 1780s and 1790s, exemplified by the Rush-Bagot Agreement and the Treaty of 1818.

Impact of John Quincy Adams

John Quincy Adams' achievements as Secretary of State, especially with the Monroe Doctrine, significantly impacted U.S. growth and development.

Monroe Doctrine's Effectiveness

The Monroe Doctrine did not elevate the U.S. to a world power status; international compliance stemmed more from fear of Britain rather than respect for America.

Population Growth

A notable population increase occurred from 1790 to 1840, reflecting demographic changes over half a century.

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Explore the themes of nationalism and economic development in Chapter 8 of APUSH. This quiz focuses on key concepts, events, and figures from this pivotal era. Test your knowledge of how optimism and cultural trends shaped American identity during this time.