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What theme focuses on the expansion of the South and plantation slavery between 1800 and 1860?
What did the Compromise of 1850 aim to address?
The expansion of slavery and the annexation of new territories.
Less than a third of white families owned slaves in the Cotton South after 1820.
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Who introduced a program balancing reform and private enterprise following McKinley's assassination?
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Which act blocked all Chinese laborers from entering the United States?
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After the Civil War, the expansion of __________ encouraged integration of the national economy.
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The rise of industrial cities faced no significant political challenges.
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What cultural movement flourished as a response to the dehumanizing effects of war in the post-World War I era?
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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
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The Great Depression was significantly influenced by the risky speculation of the 1920s.
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What term describes the period when Native American, European, and African societies developed independently before direct contact?
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Which type of colony was characterized by Spanish colonists adapting indigenous empires in Mesoamerica and the Andes?
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What was the result of the Glorious Revolution regarding colonial governance?
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The period from 1720 to 1763 saw a decline in population in British North America.
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What major war prompted British leaders to implement a program of imperial reform and taxation?
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The triumphs of which two battles were crucial for the American victory in the Revolutionary War?
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Which founding father supported a strong national government and a fiscal infrastructure?
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What ideology encouraged parents to provide their children with equal inheritances?
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The Industrial Revolution and Market Revolution were unrelated.
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What major political change took place during Andrew Jackson's presidency?
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Which cultural movement focused on gender relationships and property ownership?
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What was a result of the divide in political ideology during the French Revolution?
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What event brought the United States fully into World War II?
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The U.S. emerged from World War II with significant economic growth.
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What was the internment of Japanese Americans?
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Which countries did the U.S. face in World War II?
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What event symbolized the beginning of the Cold War?
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What was one effect of the Cold War on the domestic front in the U.S.?
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The era of prosperity that saw the rise of a new middle class in the United States was during _____ to _____ years.
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What social dynamics characterized the postwar economy?
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What was central to the civil rights movement?
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The Vietnam War did not significantly impact American society.
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What were two significant problems for Americans in the 1970s?
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Which major global event contributed to the tensions of the Cold War?
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Who was the first African American president of the United States?
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The decade marked by the rise of globalization and political dilemmas is from _____ to the Present.
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Study Notes
Colliding Worlds, 1450-1600
- Native American, European, and African societies developed independently before direct contact.
- Mesoamerica and Andes populations practiced intensive agriculture and land ownership; other regions had varying degrees of sedentary lifestyles.
- European seafarers ignited a transatlantic exploration era, leading to exploitation and a transatlantic slave trade.
- Caribbean and Brazilian plantations relied on enslaved Native Americans, who faced extinction or displacement.
- The Aztec and Incan empires collapsed due to biological forces and small invading armies.
American Experiments, 1521-1700
- Three colony types emerged: Spanish colonization of indigenous empires, plantation systems for sugar and tobacco, and neo-European settlements in North America.
- Spanish wealth fueled defenses for the Catholic Church in Europe.
- Chesapeake and New England colonies faced conflicts with Native Americans amid rapid changes and adaptations.
- Colonization resulted in ecological transformation and societal experimentation among Europeans, Native Americans, and Africans.
The British Atlantic World, 1660-1750
- The British imposed trade restrictions through Acts of Trade and Navigation, centralizing colonial economy control.
- The Dominion of New England represented strict governance until the Glorious Revolution restored self-government.
- Native American alliances were formed as they navigated imperial conflicts involving France and Spain.
- The South Atlantic System expanded slavery and agriculture, enriching colonists in Southern and West Indian areas.
Growth, Diversity, and Conflict, 1720-1763
- British North America’s population surged from 400,000 to nearly 2 million due to natural growth and migration.
- The print revolution introduced Enlightenment ideas, while consumer goods reshaped colonial material culture.
- New England faced economic challenges, while the Middle Atlantic colonies embraced cultural diversity.
- Conflicts with Native Americans and internal unrest culminated in the Great War for Empire, securing British dominance.
The Problem of Empire, 1763-1776
- Post-Great War for Empire, British leaders initiated reforms and tax programs to manage national debt.
- Colonial resistance materialized through riots and calls for autonomy, catalyzing a divide between Britain and its colonies.
- Faced with conflicting interests, British officials struggled to balance parliamentary sovereignty with colonial demands.
- Tensions escalated, leading America toward revolutionary conflict.
Making War and Republican Governments, 1776-1789
- The Revolutionary War defined an era as the colonies rebelled against British authority, culminating in American victories at Saratoga and Yorktown.
- The establishment of republican institutions arose from colonial governance practices; state constitutions informed the Articles of Confederation.
- Despite challenges in governance and societal issues, these institutions laid groundwork for the U.S. Constitution.
Hammering Out a Federal Republic, 1787-1820
- Alexander Hamilton's strong national government policies contrasted with Thomas Jefferson's focus on state autonomy and agriculture.
- The Louisiana Purchase and the War of 1812 reshaped American expansion and foreign policy.
- The emergence of the First Party System saw Federalists and Republicans engage in fierce ideological battles, shaping the political landscape.
Creating a Republican Culture, 1790-1820
- Republicanism influenced state policies, social values, and interactions between ideology and religion.
- State mercantilism occurred as governments supported private businesses, solidifying economic policies until the 1840s.
- Social mobility was encouraged among white men, while racial slavery limited the benefits of republican ideals.
- Religious movements, including the Second Great Awakening, fostered democratic principles and social reforms.
Transforming the Economy, 1800-1860
- Economic transformation derived from the Industrial Revolution and Market Revolution, increasing production and commerce.
- Water, steam, and minerals were pivotal in developing factories and transportation systems.
- Societal shifts resulted in urbanization and growing class divisions, driven by cultural diversity and economic inequalities.
- The political system became increasingly democratic, addressing societal tensions amid economic changes.
A Democratic Revolution, 1800-1844
- Expansion of the franchise decentralized political power from elite notables to middle-class professional politicians.
- Jacksonian policies dismantled mercantilism, leading to a new era of governance focused on representative democracy.
- The Removal Act of 1830 illustrated drastic policies against Native Americans in favor of white settlement expansion.
- The Second Party System emerged from political divisions, influencing governance and electoral processes.
Religion and Reform, 1800-1860
- Key movements included transcendentalism, communalism, abolitionism, and women's rights, shaping mid-nineteenth-century culture.
- Transcendentalism fueled individualism, reflecting middle-class values and literary movements.
- Women linked abolitionism to their own struggles for rights, forming a unified front for social reform.
- Cultural fears emerged concerning activism disrupting societal norms and established institutions.
The South Expands: Slavery and Society, 1800-1860
- Plantation slavery shifted from the Upper South to the Mississippi Valley, driven by cotton demand.
- The white population was divided between slave owners, yeomen farmers, and laborers, leading to variances in social structure.
- Evangelical Protestantism played a role in both white and black communities, with churches serving as central institutions.
- Free Black communities sought mobility and established social networks, contributing to a growing abolitionist movement.
Expansion, War, and Sectional Crisis, 1844-1860
- Manifest Destiny fueled westward expansion, affecting Native populations and leading to the Mexican War.
- Presidential motivations for adding slave states intensified national debates on slavery and territory.
- The Compromise of 1850 emerged as a legislative attempt to resolve tensions between expansion and slavery issues.### Two Societies at War, 1861-1865
- Southern states seceded, forming the Confederacy and initiating conflict by attacking Fort Sumter.
- Union generals struggled with leadership and aggressive tactics early in the war, notably McClellan's cautious approach.
- The Confederacy faced internal challenges, including the flight of enslaved workers and reluctance among poor farmers to fight.
- The North ultimately leveraged its industrial resources, finance, and manpower, leading to military successes over time.
- Social impacts included conscription, high taxes, and food shortages affecting civilian life across both regions.
- The enormous death toll from the war affected nearly every family in the North and South.
Reconstruction, 1865-1877
- Post-Civil War, Republicans aimed to reintegrate southern states and define freed slaves' roles in society.
- Andrew Johnson's lenient terms for the South allowed oppressive Black Codes to be enacted.
- Congress shifted power by impeaching Johnson, leading to military governance in the South.
- Radical Reconstruction included civil rights legislation and the establishment of the Freedmen's Bureau.
- The Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments aimed to secure citizenship and voting rights for former enslaved individuals.
- Social and economic tensions arose as freedmen desired land ownership while Republicans promoted wage labor.
- Sharecropping emerged as a compromise between economic needs and labor demands but often left both parties dissatisfied.
- Decreasing northern support led to the end of Reconstruction by 1876, with the withdrawal of federal troops from the South.
Conquering a Continent, 1854-1890
- The post-Civil War period saw the U.S. expand its economy with railroads enhancing national integration.
- Federal policies, including protective tariffs and the gold standard, encouraged foreign investment and economic growth.
- The Great Plains' development was marked by the cattle industry and homesteader farming, alongside environmental challenges.
- Native Americans faced displacement and violent conflict as their lands were appropriated, ending major resistance in the late 19th century.
- The transformation of western landscapes led to the establishment of national parks, often conflicting with Indigenous rights.
Industrial America: Corporations and Conflicts, 1877-1911
- The emergence of big business post-Civil War resulted in vertically integrated corporations dominating sectors of the economy.
- Innovations in production, distribution, and marketing facilitated the rise of mass consumer culture and job creation.
- Waves of immigration filled labor shortages; Europeans faced less discrimination compared to Asian immigrants, who faced exclusion laws.
- Worker coalitions, like the Knights of Labor, sought reforms amidst corporate exploitation, leading to early regulatory measures.
- Radical movements faced decline after the backlash against the Haymarket Square incident, shifting focus to trade unions like the American Federation of Labor.
The Victorians Make the Modern, 1880-1917
- Industrialization transformed family structures and increased educational attainment among young people.
- Women's reform movements advocated various social issues, including the temperance movement, addressing domestic abuse and poverty.
- The Victorian ideal of women's moral superiority evolved into calls for equal rights.
- Intellectual movements challenged traditional values, with realism and naturalism gaining prominence.
- Religious practices adapted to modern life, while foreign missions spread Christianity with mixed receptions.
"Civilization's Inferno": The Rise and Reform of Industrial Cities, 1880-1917
- Post-1865 urbanization grew rapidly, leading to innovations in transportation and the emergence of skyscrapers.
- Segregated neighborhoods developed, with immigrants forming distinct cultures amidst racial tensions in cities.
- Political machines struggled to address urban problems, prompting reformers to implement social changes and public health initiatives.
- Settlement houses bridged class divides and advanced community cooperation, fostering acceptance of urban diversity.
Whose Government? Politics, Populists, and Progressives, 1880-1917
- The Progressive Era arose amidst political unrest, aiming for significant administrative and economic reforms.
- The Sherman Antitrust Act marked early attempts to regulate large corporations, although black voting rights faced severe limitations.
- Economic depression in the 1890s led to heightened labor unrest and a retrenchment of voting rights in the South.
- The 1912 election split the Republican Party, allowing Woodrow Wilson's victory and the introduction of economic reforms.
- Progressive reformers, including grassroots activists, fought on various fronts against social injustices and for worker rights.
An Emerging World Power, 1890-1919
- The U.S. expanded its international presence in the late 19th century, influenced by imperialistic tendencies and foreign policy goals.
- Domestic economic power grew, with military readiness and global engagement becoming integral to American life.
Cultural Conflict, Bubble, and Bust, 1919-1932
- Post-WWI, racial and labor tensions escalated, leading to violent confrontations against African Americans and labor unions.
- A Red Scare response emerged, targeting perceived radical groups amid the backlash against progressivism.
- Prohibition and cases like the Scopes trial highlighted the intersection of religion and politics.
- New forms of modernism and cultural expressions, particularly jazz, reflected shifting societal values and economic circumstances.
- The roaring 1920s ended with the stock market crash in 1929, signaling the onset of the Great Depression.
Manning the Great Depression, Forging the New Deal, 1929-1939
- The Great Depression resulted in significant economic and social upheaval, prompting national mobilization for recovery.
- Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal response focused on relief, recovery, and reforms aimed at reviving the economy and addressing unemployment.
The World at War, 1937-1945
- Faced with rising fascist powers, the U.S. entered WWII after the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941.
- Economic mobilization during the war stimulated growth, reshaping social dynamics and workforce participation.
- Wartime experiences prompted advances in civil rights, yet also led to racial discrimination against Japanese Americans.
- Victory in 1945 brought the U.S. to a position of global power, setting the stage for Cold War tensions.
Cold War America, 1945-1963
- The Cold War defined U.S. foreign policy, marked by containment strategies against Soviet influence.
- Events like the Korean War showcased America’s commitment to combating communism.
- Domestic issues included McCarthyism and governmental shifts as new administrations grappled with Cold War challenges.
Triumph of the Middle Class, 1945-1963
- Postwar prosperity created a burgeoning middle class influenced by economic growth linked to the Cold War.
- Traditional family roles flourished in 1950s suburbia, though disparities in prosperity remained evident across demographics.### Postwar City Dynamics
- Postwar cities became last resort locations for the poor, especially African American migrants.
- Black migrants faced a limited urban economy and pervasive racism, leading to their emergence as an American underclass.
- Prosperous suburbs developed for the new middle class, highlighting deep societal inequalities.
- Tensions related to Cold War anxiety, women's issues, and racial disparities fuelled 1960s protest movements.
Civil Rights Movement (1941-1973)
- African Americans sought equal rights and economic opportunities against a backdrop of the Jim Crow system and segregation.
- Discrimination also impacted Mexican Americans, Native Americans, and Asian Americans through laws and social practices.
- Three strategies characterized the civil rights movement:
- Legal equality efforts, including landmark legislation like the Civil Rights Act (1964) and Voting Rights Act (1965).
- Grassroots activism utilizing nonviolent protest to push for adherence to Supreme Court rulings.
- Economic opportunity for minorities showcased during the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.
- Limitations in addressing poverty prompted black activists and others to adopt nationalism for self-determination post-1966.
Liberal Crisis and Conservative Rebirth (1961-1972)
- The Vietnam War and cultural conflicts divided the New Deal coalition.
- Lyndon Johnson launched an ambitious reform program but faced challenges due to escalating Vietnam involvement.
- The antiwar movement gained momentum, particularly among youth and college students, alongside the rise of counterculture.
- Women's liberation emerged separately from the New Left to confront societal sexism.
- The 1968 assassinations of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy and urban riots increased calls for law and order.
- The Democratic National Convention that year was marked by turmoil regarding Vietnam, signaling a shift toward conservatism and the rise of Richard Nixon.
Economic Challenges and Social Change (1973-1980)
- The 1970s saw economic difficulties, such as inflation, energy shortages, and income stagnation.
- Environmental protection movements gained traction, leading to legislative changes and increased awareness of natural resource limits.
- The Watergate scandal prompted political reforms and a broader civil rights focus, including women's and gay rights.
- The perception of family struggles spurred evangelical religious revivalism, reshaping American society.
Conservative Ascendancy (1980-1991)
- The New Right emerged, criticizing liberalism and transitioning from Goldwater to Reagan's presidency in 1980.
- Reagan championed free-market economics and lower taxes, though his presidency saw mixed results.
- His significant military buildup contributed to the Cold War’s conclusion, pressuring the Soviet economy.
- Gorbachev's reforms were prompted by internal contradictions within the Soviet system, eventually leading to its collapse in 1991.
Globalization and National Issues (1989-Present)
- Globalization accelerated post-Cold War, marked by increased trade and movement of capital and people.
- The rise of multinational corporations transformed economies and daily life in the U.S.
- Technological advances, notably the computer revolution and Internet proliferation, reshaped work and communication.
- Cultural politics became divisive, with conservatives opposing multiculturalism and defending traditional values.
- September 11, 2001, attacks refocused national attention, but political partisanship resurfaced with the Iraq War decision in 2003.
- Barack Obama's presidency began amidst ongoing wars and the Great Recession, addressing multiple pressing national issues.
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