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Which issue did the Nullification Crisis primarily involve?
Which issue did the Nullification Crisis primarily involve?
- Territorial expansion
- Industrialization policies
- State rights vs. federal mandates (correct)
- Treaty negotiations with Native Americans
What was a key theme in Howard Zinn's writings on Native Americans?
What was a key theme in Howard Zinn's writings on Native Americans?
- Commemorating traditional customs
- Highlighting injustices faced by Native populations (correct)
- Advocating for assimilation into American culture
- Supporting government treaties as beneficial
In the context of the Jacksonian era, what concept does 'Manifest Destiny' refer to?
In the context of the Jacksonian era, what concept does 'Manifest Destiny' refer to?
- The belief in inevitable American territorial expansion (correct)
- The philosophy of American exceptionalism
- The moral justification for the Andean Wars
- The opposition to Southern states’ rights
What did the 'Memorial of the Cherokee Nation' address?
What did the 'Memorial of the Cherokee Nation' address?
What criticism did Reginald Horsman have regarding 'Anglo-Saxon Racism'?
What criticism did Reginald Horsman have regarding 'Anglo-Saxon Racism'?
What did Alexis de Tocqueville highlight about American democracy in his writing?
What did Alexis de Tocqueville highlight about American democracy in his writing?
What was a consequence of the removal policy enacted during Andrew Jackson's presidency?
What was a consequence of the removal policy enacted during Andrew Jackson's presidency?
Which document outlines South Carolina's stance during the Nullification Crisis?
Which document outlines South Carolina's stance during the Nullification Crisis?
Flashcards
Jacksonian Democracy
Jacksonian Democracy
A political philosophy emphasizing individual liberty, limited government, and states' rights, popularized by Andrew Jackson during his presidency.
Nullification
Nullification
The belief that states have the right to declare federal laws unconstitutional and nullify them within their borders, famously debated during Jackson's presidency over tariffs.
Indian Removal
Indian Removal
The forced relocation of Native American tribes from their ancestral lands in the Southeast to lands west of the Mississippi River, a controversial policy implemented during Jackson's presidency.
Second Great Awakening
Second Great Awakening
A period of religious revivalism in the early 19th century, characterized by emotional preaching and emphasis on personal conversion, which influenced social reforms and abolitionism.
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Alexis de Tocqueville
Alexis de Tocqueville
A French aristocrat and political scientist who travelled to the United States in the 1830s and wrote extensively about American democracy, focusing on its strengths and weaknesses.
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Manifest Destiny
Manifest Destiny
The belief that the United States was destined to expand its territory across the North American continent, often used to justify westward expansion and conflicts with Mexico.
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Mexico-American War
Mexico-American War
The war between the United States and Mexico (1846-1848) that resulted in the US acquiring vast territories, including California and Texas.
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Constitution of Texas (1836)
Constitution of Texas (1836)
The Constitution of Texas, adopted in 1836, after Texas declared independence from Mexico, established a republican government and enshrined individual rights.
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Major Ideas
- Jackson's presidency involved South Carolina's tariff nullification, Indian Removal, and growing social tensions.
- The Second Great Awakening influenced the temperance movement.
- Territorial expansion impacted societal views, the Mexican-American War, and racial attitudes.
- The Mexican-American War resulted in the annexation of Texas, New Mexico, and California.
Jacksonian Era
- Jackson's presidency spanned from 1829 to 1837, with the broader Jacksonian Era generally considered 1829-1854.
- Voter participation amongst white men increased significantly within a short period.
- Jackson's image was widely disseminated through new forms of communication.
Jackson's Presidency
- Jackson's election was a notable shift from previous selection methods using caucuses to presidential conventions for candidate selection.
- Campaigns during Jackson's time became more prominent and influential.
- The priorities of regions shifted significantly during this period of Western expansion.
- Jackson's inauguration was marked by an unusual level of public access and a large, aggressive crowd.
Nullification Crisis
- The Nullification Crisis, involving South Carolina and the federal government, stemmed from tariffs and the potential prohibition of slavery.
- South Carolina contested the federal government's right to impose tariffs based on the idea of states' rights.
- Jackson's stance strongly supported the federal government's authority.
- The crisis was partially resolved through a compromise proposed by Henry Clay.
Indian Removal
- Jackson supported the forced removal of Native American tribes to lands west of the Mississippi River.
- The Cherokee Nation challenged the removal policies in court and was ultimately unsuccessful.
Manifest Destiny
- The idea of Manifest Destiny, a belief that the US had a divine right to expand westward, played a significant role in the westward expansion.
- This ideology often overlooked the rights of Native Americans and other groups in the westward expansion.
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