Classical Conversations Cycle 3 History

Questions and Answers

Tell me about Columbus.

In 1492, Columbus made the first of four trips to the Caribbean on three Spanish ships named the Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria.

Tell me about the Pilgrims.

In 1620, the Pilgrims from Plymouth, England signed the Mayflower Compact before landing in Plymouth, Massachusetts.

Tell me about the Boston Tea Party.

In 1773, colonists dressed as Mohawks dumped tea from the British East India Company into Boston Harbor.

Tell me about the Declaration of Independence.

In 1776, the Continental Congress published the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia, announcing the colonists' intent to form a new nation. Signup and view all the answers

Tell me about George Washington.

In 1789, in New York, George Washington was granted the full powers and responsibilities of the presidency by the U.S. Constitution. Signup and view all the answers

Tell me about the purchase of Louisiana.

In 1803, the purchase of Louisiana from France prompted westward exploration by pioneers such as Lewis and Clark and Congressman Davy Crockett. Signup and view all the answers

Tell me about the War of 1812.

The War of 1812 gave confidence to the U.S. to write the Monroe Doctrine, warning Europeans not to attempt to colonize the Americas. Signup and view all the answers

Tell me about Henry Clay.

In 1820, Henry Clay worked out the Missouri Compromise allowing Missouri to enter the Union as a slave state and Maine as a free state. Signup and view all the answers

Tell me about the Compromise of 1850.

The Compromise of 1850, the Fugitive Slave Act, and the Dred Scott Decision preceded the secession of the Southern states. Signup and view all the answers

Tell me about Polk.

In 1853, after the Mexican War and the Gadsden Purchase, Polk's belief in the doctrine of Manifest Destiny was realized. Signup and view all the answers

Tell me about Abraham Lincoln.

In 1861, President Abraham Lincoln went to war with the southern states which had seceded from the Union. Signup and view all the answers

Tell me about General Robert E. Lee.

In 1865, General Robert E. Lee surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House in Virginia. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Christopher Columbus

First voyage to the Caribbean occurred in 1492 on three ships: the Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria.
Made a total of four trips to the region.

The Pilgrims

In 1620, Pilgrims from Plymouth, England established a settlement in Plymouth, Massachusetts.
Signed the Mayflower Compact prior to landing, which was a governing agreement.

Boston Tea Party

In 1773, colonists disguised as Mohawks protested British taxation by dumping tea into Boston Harbor.
This act of defiance was against the British East India Company's monopoly on tea.

Declaration of Independence

Published in Philadelphia in 1776 by the Continental Congress.
Announced the colonists' intention to form an independent nation, signifying a major step toward American independence.

George Washington

In 1789, George Washington became the first President of the United States.
Granted full powers and responsibilities of the presidency as established by the U.S. Constitution.

Louisiana Purchase

In 1803, the United States acquired the Louisiana territory from France.
Enabled westward exploration, notably by pioneers like Lewis and Clark, as well as Congressman Davy Crockett.

War of 1812

Conflict that strengthened American national confidence.
Led to the establishment of the Monroe Doctrine, which warned European nations against colonization in the Americas.

Henry Clay

Played a crucial role in the Missouri Compromise of 1820.
Allowed Missouri to enter the Union as a slave state while admitting Maine as a free state, balancing sectional interests.

Compromise of 1850

A series of legislative measures, including the Fugitive Slave Act and the Dred Scott Decision, aimed at addressing slave and free state tensions.
Contributed to the eventual secession of Southern states from the Union.

James K. Polk

In 1853, following the Mexican War and the Gadsden Purchase, he realized his vision of Manifest Destiny.
Manifest Destiny was the belief that the expansion of the United States across the American continents was both justified and inevitable.

Abraham Lincoln

Became President in 1861 and led the nation during the Civil War.
Responded to the secession of Southern states by taking military action to preserve the Union.

General Robert E. Lee

Surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House in Virginia in 1865.
This event marked the effective end of the Civil War and a significant victory for the Union.

Description

Explore key historical events with these flashcards designed for Classical Conversations Cycle 3. Learn about Columbus' voyages, the Pilgrims' journey, and the Boston Tea Party in a fun and interactive way. Perfect for reinforcing essential history concepts.