Reformers and Movements in 19th Century America

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What was the single most important proximate cause for the expansion in the US?

Steamboats

Cotton gin (correct)

Nationalism

Erie Canal

Which event resulted in a substantial boost in popularity for Andrew Jackson?

Missouri Compromise

Nullification Crisis

Battle of New Orleans (correct)

War of 1812

What was the goal of the temperance reform movement?

To stop people from drinking alcohol (correct)

To expand unemployment

To promote alcohol consumption

To increase family violence

Who proposed the idea of nullifying federal tariffs during the Nullification Crisis?

John C. Calhoun Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the Erie Canal's completion in 1825?

Increased trade flow from east to west Signup and view all the answers

Which system involved working with inmates in groups and prohibiting communication between them at Auburn Penitentiary?

Congregate system Signup and view all the answers

What was Dorothea Dix known for in the 1820s?

Improving conditions in jails, poorhouses, and insane asylums Signup and view all the answers

Who called for the voluntary freeing of slaves in their radical anti-slavery document?

William Lloyd Garrison Signup and view all the answers

Which event led to the formation of the Republic of Texas?

The San Jacinto battle Signup and view all the answers

Who was the leader of the Texas forces that defeated Santa Anna?

Sam Houston Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the war with Mexico?

It was the first time invading another country Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes Henry Clay's compromise for California?

Maintaining slavery in Washington, D.C., while ending domestic slave trade there Signup and view all the answers

What did Stephen Douglas propose in his compromise for California?

Implementing popular sovereignty in New Mexico and Utah Signup and view all the answers

Which geographical line divided the North and South as part of the Missouri Compromise?

'36°30' line' Signup and view all the answers

What did South Carolina refuse to pay during the Nullification Crisis of 1832, leading to Jackson sending troops into the state?

The Tariff of 1828 Signup and view all the answers

Who supported states rights during the Nullification Crisis but ultimately sent troops into South Carolina to enforce federal law?

Andrew Jackson Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Gadsden Purchase?

It gave the US parts of present-day New Mexico & Arizona in exchange for $10 million Signup and view all the answers

What was the Freeport Doctrine's stance on slavery?

It said slavery could be excluded based on popular sovereignty Signup and view all the answers

Who was the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court during the Dred Scott Decision?

Roger B. Taney Signup and view all the answers

Which event led to a split in the Democratic Party during the Election of 1860?

The proposed 13th Amendment Signup and view all the answers

What did the Kansas-Nebraska Act establish for Nebraska and Kansas?

The people could choose to be a free or slave state through popular sovereignty Signup and view all the answers

Who defeated Senator Charles Sumner in a violent attack on the Senate floor?

Preston Brooks Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of John Brown's raid at Harper's Ferry?

He was hanged after leading an unsuccessful raid Signup and view all the answers

Jefferson Davis had two plans, what were they about?

Converting to rifles and using camels in the US cavalry Signup and view all the answers

Who was significant for her calming presence during the era of good feelings?

Sacagawea Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the 20-person crew led by Lewis and Clark during the era of good feelings?

To explore the West Signup and view all the answers

Which significant event influenced Thomas Jefferson's comparison of American mood to a 'fireball in the night'?

Missouri Compromise Signup and view all the answers

What was a key feature of Economic Nationalism during the era of good feelings?

Focusing on domestic control and protection of the economy Signup and view all the answers

Which invention made a significant impact during the era of good feelings?

Eli Whitney's cotton gin Signup and view all the answers

What was a key factor contributing to the popularity growth during the era of good feelings?

High birth rate, low infant mortality Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason the Confederate States of America struggled to defeat the North in the Civil War?

Lack of industry and railroad lines Signup and view all the answers

How was the Confederate Constitution different from the U.S. Constitution?

It had a provision for a line-item veto power Signup and view all the answers

Which event resulted in the splitting of the Confederacy in two and gave the North control of the Mississippi River?

Vicksburg battle Signup and view all the answers

Who was the Vice President of the Confederate States of America during the Civil War?

Alexander H Stephens Signup and view all the answers

What defensive strategy did the Confederates employ during the Civil War that involved not invading the Union but also not retreating?

Cordon Defense Signup and view all the answers

Which battle marked the bloodiest single day in American military history during the Civil War?

Antietam Signup and view all the answers