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An _______ is a tax specifically levied on the production or sale of a particular product.
An _______ is a tax specifically levied on the production or sale of a particular product.
excise tax
A _______ is imposed on goods when they are transported across international borders.
A _______ is imposed on goods when they are transported across international borders.
tariff
To _______ a law means to declare it void or inoperable.
To _______ a law means to declare it void or inoperable.
nullify
The _______ stated that the U.S. would resist European interference in the Western Hemisphere.
The _______ stated that the U.S. would resist European interference in the Western Hemisphere.
George Washington cautioned against the formation of _______ in his Farewell Address.
George Washington cautioned against the formation of _______ in his Farewell Address.
John Adams faced challenges such as the _______, involving attacks on U.S. ships.
John Adams faced challenges such as the _______, involving attacks on U.S. ships.
_______ shifted from a policy of neutrality to involvement in the War of 1812.
_______ shifted from a policy of neutrality to involvement in the War of 1812.
The _______ asserted that the U.S. would oppose any further European colonization in the Americas.
The _______ asserted that the U.S. would oppose any further European colonization in the Americas.
Federalists like Hamilton were _______, favoring commerce and industry.
Federalists like Hamilton were _______, favoring commerce and industry.
Democratic-Republicans like Jefferson were _______, prioritizing agriculture and states' rights.
Democratic-Republicans like Jefferson were _______, prioritizing agriculture and states' rights.
The _______ was sparked by farmers resisting a tax on a specific distilled product.
The _______ was sparked by farmers resisting a tax on a specific distilled product.
Andrew Jackson opposed the _______, arguing that it benefited the wealthy elite.
Andrew Jackson opposed the _______, arguing that it benefited the wealthy elite.
British _______ of American sailors was a major cause of the War of 1812.
British _______ of American sailors was a major cause of the War of 1812.
The War of 1812 led to a decline in the power and influence of the _______.
The War of 1812 led to a decline in the power and influence of the _______.
_______ gained support from common people during his presidency.
_______ gained support from common people during his presidency.
The _______, which forcibly removed Native Americans from their land, remains a controversial episode in U.S. history.
The _______, which forcibly removed Native Americans from their land, remains a controversial episode in U.S. history.
Jackson's veto of the re-charter of the Bank of the U.S. demonstrated an increase in the power of the _______.
Jackson's veto of the re-charter of the Bank of the U.S. demonstrated an increase in the power of the _______.
The U.S. flag and Uncle Sam are examples of _______ that contribute to American national identity.
The U.S. flag and Uncle Sam are examples of _______ that contribute to American national identity.
Early American gained its own identity through unique subject matter and American _______.
Early American gained its own identity through unique subject matter and American _______.
Poor _______ presented a major challenge to national unity in the early United States.
Poor _______ presented a major challenge to national unity in the early United States.
Flashcards
Excise Tax
Excise Tax
A tax on the production or sale of a specific product.
Tariff
Tariff
A tax on goods that are imported from outside the United States.
Nullify
Nullify
To cancel or make legally ineffective; to void a law.
Monroe Doctrine
Monroe Doctrine
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Washington's Foreign Policy
Washington's Foreign Policy
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John Adams' Foreign Policy
John Adams' Foreign Policy
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James Madison's Foreign Policy
James Madison's Foreign Policy
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Impact of Monroe Doctrine
Impact of Monroe Doctrine
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Federalists
Federalists
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Democratic-Republicans
Democratic-Republicans
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Whiskey Rebellion
Whiskey Rebellion
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Jackson's View on the Bank
Jackson's View on the Bank
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Causes of the War of 1812
Causes of the War of 1812
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Effects of the War of 1812
Effects of the War of 1812
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Jackson's Supporters
Jackson's Supporters
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Jackson's Controversies
Jackson's Controversies
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American Symbols
American Symbols
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American Art
American Art
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Transportation Challenges
Transportation Challenges
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Study Notes
- Excise Tax: Tax on the production/sale of a product.
- Tariff: Tax on goods imported from outside the U.S.
- Nullify: To cancel or make legally ineffective.
- Monroe Doctrine: U.S. policy opposing European interference in the Western Hemisphere.
Early Presidents and Foreign Policy
- George Washington cautioned against political parties and foreign alliances in his Farewell Address.
- Washington believed in neutrality and avoiding involvement in European conflicts.
- John Adams faced challenges like attacks on U.S. ships (XYZ Affair).
- Adams maintained peace with France despite pressure for war.
- James Madison shifted from neutrality to involvement with the War of 1812.
- Madison dealt with British impressment and ship seizures.
- The Monroe Doctrine asserted the U.S. would resist European colonization in the Americas.
- The Monroe Doctrine increased respect for the U.S. on the world stage.
Political Parties: Federalists vs. Democratic-Republicans
- Federalists: Pro-British, supported commerce and industry (e.g., Hamilton).
- Democratic-Republicans: Pro-French, supported agriculture and state power (e.g., Jefferson).
- Federalists believed the wealthy should rule, and believed in a strong national government.
- Democratic-Republicans were farmers, and supported the French Revolution.
Domestic Issues
- The Whiskey Rebellion was caused by farmers refusing to pay a tax on whiskey.
- Andrew Jackson opposed the Bank of the United States, believing it favored the rich.
Conflicts and Wars
- Causes of the War of 1812: Impressment, shipping interference, and British alliances with Native Americans.
- Effects of the War of 1812: Boosted national pride, weakened Native resistance, and hurt Federalists.
Jackson’s Presidency
- Jackson's supporters: Common people.
- Jackson's controversies: Indian Removal Act (Trail of Tears), opposition to the Bank of the U.S., and increased power of the presidency.
Culture and National Identity
- American Symbols: U.S. flag, Uncle Sam, and the Capitol building (NOT Statue of Liberty).
- American art gained identity from unique subject matter and American themes.
- Poor transportation was an obstacle to unity.
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