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What is the term for issues related to a country's internal affairs?
What is the term for issues related to a country's internal affairs?
- Continental
- Domestic (correct)
- International
- Foreign
George Washington's actions set several precedents such as creating the Cabinet and establishing the 'Mr. President' title.
George Washington's actions set several precedents such as creating the Cabinet and establishing the 'Mr. President' title.
True (A)
Name one domestic issue that occurred during James Madison's presidency.
Name one domestic issue that occurred during James Madison's presidency.
Conflict with Native Americans
The __________ and __________ Acts were passed during John Adam's presidency.
The __________ and __________ Acts were passed during John Adam's presidency.
Match the following presidents with their major domestic issue:
Match the following presidents with their major domestic issue:
Which of the following best describes Hamilton's view on the National Bank?
Which of the following best describes Hamilton's view on the National Bank?
Jefferson believed that the national government should have more power than state governments.
Jefferson believed that the national government should have more power than state governments.
Name a purchase made by Thomas Jefferson during his presidency?
Name a purchase made by Thomas Jefferson during his presidency?
Which of the following best describes the economic focus of the Democratic-Republicans?
Which of the following best describes the economic focus of the Democratic-Republicans?
The War of 1812 resulted in a decrease in American industrialization.
The War of 1812 resulted in a decrease in American industrialization.
What is the significance of the Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison?
What is the significance of the Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison?
The _____________ warned against forming political parties and getting involved in foreign affairs.
The _____________ warned against forming political parties and getting involved in foreign affairs.
Match the following individuals to their related area.
Match the following individuals to their related area.
What was a major cause of the War of 1812?
What was a major cause of the War of 1812?
The Louisiana Purchase was supported by those who believed in a strict interpretation of the Constitution and was generally viewed as completely consistent with the existing understanding of presidential power.
The Louisiana Purchase was supported by those who believed in a strict interpretation of the Constitution and was generally viewed as completely consistent with the existing understanding of presidential power.
Who is credited with writing the Star-Spangled Banner?
Who is credited with writing the Star-Spangled Banner?
The principle of judicial review, which allows the Supreme court to declare a law unconstitutional, was established in ________.
The principle of judicial review, which allows the Supreme court to declare a law unconstitutional, was established in ________.
Which of the following best describes the Monroe Doctrine?
Which of the following best describes the Monroe Doctrine?
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Domestic Issues
Domestic Issues
Decisions and issues within a country's own borders, focusing on internal matters.
Financial Plan
Financial Plan
A system for managing a country's finances, including revenue collection, spending, and debt management.
Protective Tariffs
Protective Tariffs
A tax on imported goods, designed to protect domestic industries from foreign competition.
States' Rights
States' Rights
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Banking System
Banking System
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Whiskey Rebellion
Whiskey Rebellion
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Alien and Sedition Acts
Alien and Sedition Acts
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Marbury v. Madison
Marbury v. Madison
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Federalist Beliefs
Federalist Beliefs
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Democratic-Republican Beliefs
Democratic-Republican Beliefs
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Louisiana Purchase
Louisiana Purchase
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Louisiana Purchase Constitutional Issue
Louisiana Purchase Constitutional Issue
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Era of Good Feelings
Era of Good Feelings
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Impressment
Impressment
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War Hawks
War Hawks
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Judicial Review
Judicial Review
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McCulloch v. Maryland
McCulloch v. Maryland
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Study Notes
Early Republic Test Review
- Domestic Issues/Decisions:
- George Washington: Whiskey Rebellion, political parties, national debt, Hamilton’s Financial Plan
- John Adams: Alien and Sedition Acts, Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions
- Thomas Jefferson: Louisiana Purchase, Marbury v. Madison
- James Madison: Conflict with Native Americans
- James Monroe: Addition of Florida (Adams-Onis Treaty), Missouri Compromise, Panic of 1819
Washington's Leadership Qualities
- Courage and Inspiration: Washington demonstrated courage by leading the Continental Army and inspired his troops through Thomas Paine's words.
- Civic Virtue: Washington embodied civic virtue through knowledge, restraint, assertion, and self-reliance.
- Setting Precedents: Established the cabinet, farewell address, presidential title, State of the Union, and the two-term limit.
First Political Party Issues
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Issue: States' Rights, Banking System, Taxation
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Hamilton's View (Federalist): Strong national government; national bank to regulate money; protective tariffs
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Jefferson's View (Democratic-Republican): Weaker national government; against a national bank; low tariffs
First Political Parties' Views
| Issue | Federalists (Hamilton) | Democratic-Republicans (Jefferson) |
|---|---|---|
| Government Power | Strong federal government | Weak federal government |
| Economy | Industry-based | Agriculture-based |
| Great Britain/France | Favored Britain | Favored France |
Louisiana Purchase
- Date: 1803
- Significance: Doubled the size of the U.S.
- Constitutional Issue: Jefferson's strict interpretation of the Constitution questioned his power to make the purchase without Congressional approval.
War of 1812
- Causes: Impressment of U.S. sailors, attacks by Native Americans, War Hawks, British blockades, Nationalism
| Causes | Events | Effects |
|---|---|---|
| Impressment | Writing of the Star Spangled Banner | Gained worldwide respect |
| Attacks by Native Americans | Burning of the White House and Capitol | Increased industrialization due to British blockade; British and U.S. will be allies |
| War Hawks | Battle of New Orleans | Era of Good Feelings |
| Nationalism | Treaty of Ghent |
War of 1812 Positive Impacts
- Increased U.S. manufacturing due to the British blockade
Important People/Terms
- War Hawks: Young congressmen who advocated war with Britain
- Francis Scott Key: Author of the Star-Spangled Banner
Foreign Policies of Presidents Washington-Monroe
| President | Foreign Policy |
|---|---|
| George Washington | Policy of neutrality |
| John Adams | XYZ Affair |
| Thomas Jefferson | Embargo Act, Non-Intercourse Act, Impressment |
| James Madison | War of 1812, Impressment |
| James Monroe | Monroe Doctrine |
Washington's Farewell Address and Monroe Doctrine
- Washington's Farewell Address: Warned against political parties and foreign entanglements
- Monroe Doctrine: Warned European powers not to colonize or interfere with the Americas
John Marshall
- Who: Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
- Importance: Strengthened the national government through court cases (Marbury v. Madison, McCulloch v. Maryland, Gibbons v. Ogden).
- Judicial Review: Power of the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional
- Importance of Judicial Review: Checks the power of the legislative branch
Court Cases
- Marbury v. Madison: Established judicial review
- McCulloch v. Maryland: Strengthened national government power, upheld the national bank
- Gibbons v. Ogden: National government regulates interstate commerce
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