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Who was John Tyler?
What was James Polk's notable belief?
What was the Caroline incident?
A ship raided by British while Americans rallied support to instigate a revolt.
What was the Webster Ashburton Treaty?
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Who was Abraham Lincoln?
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What was the intent of the Treaty of Guadalupe-Hidalgo?
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James Slidell was a diplomat Polk sent to try to buy California for ___ million.
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What were spot resolutions?
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Who was Harriet Tubman?
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What was the Compromise of 1850?
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What did the Ostend Manifesto advocate?
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What was the significance of the Wilmot Proviso?
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What caused the Panic of 1857?
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Who was the author of Uncle Tom's Cabin?
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Match the following key figures with their contributions:
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What was the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation?
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What were Black Codes?
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Who was president during the beginning of the Civil War?
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The Battle of Bull Run showed that the Civil War would be ___ than previously expected.
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Study Notes
Political Figures and Events
- John Tyler served as the 10th President of the United States (1841-1845) after Harrison's death; responsible for the annexation of Texas and opposed elements of the Whig agenda.
- James Polk, the 11th President, believed in "Manifest Destiny" and facilitated Texas' admission as the 28th state; known as "Young Hickory."
- Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President, led the nation during the Civil War, issued the Emancipation Proclamation, and was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth.
- Franklin Pierce became the 14th President; his support for the Kansas-Nebraska Act diminished his popularity in the North.
- Millard Fillmore succeeded Zachary Taylor after his death and aided in passing the Compromise of 1850.
Key Conflicts and Treaties
- The Caroline and Creole incidents exemplified tensions with Britain; the Caroline was raided, and the Creole slave ship incident incited fears among slaveholding nations.
- The Aroostook War, also known as the "Lumber Jack War," arose over land disputes between Maine and Canada.
- The Webster-Ashburton Treaty resolved boundary disputes between the U.S. and Britain, including the Maine border.
Legislation and Compromises
- The Compromise of 1850 admitted California as a free state, enforced the Fugitive Slave Act, and established popular sovereignty in some territories.
- The Kansas-Nebraska Act (1854) created Kansas and Nebraska, allowing residents to determine their slavery status through popular sovereignty.
- The Wilmot Proviso sought to prevent slavery in territories acquired from Mexico, though it never passed.
Social Movements and Incidents
- Harriet Tubman was a seminal abolitionist and conductor of the Underground Railroad, aiding the escape of slaves to freedom.
- John Brown became known for his radical abolitionist efforts, including the Pottawatomie Massacre and the raid on Harpers Ferry.
- The Republican Party emerged as a significant political force opposing the spread of slavery, characterized as the first truly sectional party.
Economic Conditions and Social Implications
- The Panic of 1857, triggered by overspeculation, led to severe economic downturns affecting mostly Northern states.
- The Southern economy was heavily reliant on cotton, which constituted three-quarters of U.S. exports during the period.
- The Morrill Act (1862) aimed to promote education by providing federal land to establish agricultural schools.
Civil War and Reconstruction
- The attack on Fort Sumter marked the beginning of the Civil War in 1861.
- The Emancipation Proclamation declared that all slaves in Confederate states would be free.
- The Freedman's Bureau aimed to assist newly freed slaves through various social and economic programs.
Racial and Political Tensions
- Black Codes were enacted in southern states to restrict the rights of freed blacks after the Civil War.
- The Ku Klux Klan emerged as a violent white supremacist group in response to Reconstruction.
- The Dred Scott decision declared that slaves were property, nullifying any rights granted by the Missouri Compromise.
Significant Battles and Military Leaders
- Antietam became the bloodiest single day in American history, resulting in approximately 23,000 casualties.
- Ulysses S. Grant commanded Union forces towards the war's end and later became the 18th President.
- Robert E. Lee was a revered Confederate general, known for his tactical brilliance throughout the Civil War.
Controversial Acts and Legislation
- The Tenure of Office Act (1866) limited the President's ability to remove officials without senatorial approval, directly leading to Andrew Johnson's impeachment.
- The Lecompton Constitution sought to establish slavery in Kansas, facing rejection in a referendum.
Important Cultural and Intellectual Contributions
- Harriet Beecher Stowe’s novel Uncle Tom's Cabin played a crucial role in shaping anti-slavery sentiment in the U.S. and abroad.
- The "Impending Crisis" by Hinton Helper criticized slavery for holding back the South's economic progress.
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This quiz covers key figures and events from Unit 5 of APUSH, focusing on significant presidents like John Tyler and James Polk. Test your knowledge on their contributions and the historical context surrounding their presidencies. Perfect for those preparing for the AP U.S. History exam.
