Reformers in the 19th Century

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

Cotton gin (correct)

Erie Canal

Nullification crisis

Steamboats

Who defeated the British in the Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812?

General Tecumseh

General Jackson (correct)

General Washington

General Ghent

What was one of the goals of the temperance reform movement?

To promote alcohol consumption

To legalize all drugs

To increase alcohol production

To stop people from drinking alcohol (correct)

Which event led to Southerners wanting to nullify tariffs in 1832?

Missouri Compromise Signup and view all the answers

Who proposed the idea of nullifying a federal law during the nullification crisis?

John C. Calhoun Signup and view all the answers

What system was used in Auburn Penitentiary where inmates worked and ate together in groups but could not talk to each other?

Congregate system Signup and view all the answers

During the era of good feelings, what significant event led to the exploration of the west?

Lewis and Clark expedition Signup and view all the answers

Which individual played a significant role in the exploration of the west during the era of good feelings?

Sacagawea Signup and view all the answers

What was the economic policy that emphasized domestic control and protection of the economy during the era of good feelings?

Economic Nationalism Signup and view all the answers

Which event prompted Thomas Jefferson to compare the American people's mood to a town on fire in the middle of the night?

Missouri Compromise Signup and view all the answers

What technological innovation had a significant impact during the era of good feelings by revolutionizing cotton production?

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

Which duo conducted an extensive exploration journey during the era of good feelings, contributing to the growth of ecological and social knowledge?

Lewis and Clark Signup and view all the answers

Who was responsible for improving conditions in jails, poorhouses, and insane asylums in the 1820s?

Dorothea Dix Signup and view all the answers

Which document called for slaves to revolt against their masters and argued that all men are created equal?

Walker's Appeal Signup and view all the answers

The phrase 'manifest destiny' related to beliefs about which of the following?

Freedom and liberty to spread beliefs Signup and view all the answers

Who was the Mexican general who tried to crush the Texas revolt?

Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the war with Mexico?

More soldiers died of disease Signup and view all the answers

What did the Wilmot Proviso propose related to slavery?

Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude in any territory Signup and view all the answers

Who won the election of 1848?

Zachary Taylor Signup and view all the answers

'Popular sovereignty' was associated with which politician's compromise related to California?

Stephen Douglas Signup and view all the answers

'36 30 line' was part of which historical agreement or compromise?

'Missouri Compromise' Signup and view all the answers

Why were the Confederate States of America unable to defeat the North during the Civil War?

Lack of railroad lines, lack of industry, and inability to secure support from European nations Signup and view all the answers

What differentiated the Confederate Constitution from the United States Constitution?

6-year term limits for presidents and a prohibition on the international slave trade Signup and view all the answers

What defensive strategy did the Confederates employ during the Civil War?

Cordon Defense - A strategy emphasizing defense without retreating or invading Signup and view all the answers

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

Vicksburg Campaign Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of Presidential Reconstruction during the post-Civil War era?

End slavery in all states, declare secession as illegal, and obtain loyalty pledges from men Signup and view all the answers

What measure adopted by Congress indicated a harsher stance on Southern whites and stronger protections for freed blacks during Congressional Reconstruction?

Return of ex-Confederates to high offices and passage of Black Codes in Southern legislatures Signup and view all the answers

Who defeated Senator Charles Sumner in a physical altercation on the Senate floor?

Preston Brooks Signup and view all the answers

Which individual led an unsuccessful raid at Harper's Ferry, Virginia, and was subsequently hanged?

John Brown Signup and view all the answers

Who proposed the creation of two new states, Nebraska and Kansas, and the introduction of popular sovereignty?

Franklin Pierce Signup and view all the answers

Which President supported the Compromise of 1850 and was elected during the Election of 1852?

Franklin Pierce Signup and view all the answers

Who developed the Freeport Doctrine stating that slavery exclusion could be determined by voters' refusal to enact laws protecting slave property?

Stephen Douglas Signup and view all the answers

Which U.S. General defeated Santa Anna in the Mexican War?

Winfield Scott Signup and view all the answers

Who was the author of 'Uncle Tom's Cabin' that depicted white southerners?

Harriet Beecher Stowe Signup and view all the answers

Who sued for freedom in the Dred Scott Decision case?

Dred Scott Signup and view all the answers

Which event involved heavily armed Pro-slavery radicals burning most of the city of Lawrence?

Sack of Lawrence Signup and view all the answers

Who authored the Kansas-Nebraska Act along with Senator Stephen Douglas?

A.P.Butler Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the cotton gin on the expansion of cotton production in the US?

It revitalized the institution of slavery by speeding up the process of separating cotton. Signup and view all the answers

What was a key outcome of the nullification crisis in 1832?

Southern states wanted to get rid of the Constitution and revert to the Articles of Confederation. Signup and view all the answers

What was the goal of the temperance reform movement in the early 19th century?

To stop people from drinking, selling, making, and transporting alcohol. Signup and view all the answers

Which historical event led to a change in trade flow from North to South to East to West in the United States?

Erie Canal completion Signup and view all the answers

Who was the primary architect behind the successful Missouri Compromise in the early 19th century?

Henry Clay Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812?

The battle contributed to Andrew Jackson's rise in popularity. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Louisiana Purchase during the era of good feelings?

It led to the exploration of the West by Lewis and Clark. Signup and view all the answers

How did Thomas Jefferson describe the American people's mood during the Missouri Compromise era?

As disturbed and unable to go back to sleep after a fire had been put out. Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of Sacagawea during the era of good feelings?

She was critical for her calming presence and as a translator during explorations. Signup and view all the answers

What innovation had a significant impact during the era of good feelings by revolutionizing cotton production?

The invention of the cotton gin by Eli Whitney Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the tone set by Thomas Jefferson in his letter to Adams during the Missouri Compromise era?

Pessimistic due to increasing tensions among the American people. Signup and view all the answers

What factor contributed to the popularity growth and stability during the era of good feelings?

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

What was the main reason the Confederate States of America were unable to defeat the North during the Civil War?

Lack of support from European nations Signup and view all the answers

What differentiated the Confederate Constitution from the United States Constitution?

Legalization of international slave trade Signup and view all the answers

Why did Lincoln portray the outcome of the Battle of Sharpsburg (Antietam) as a victory despite it being a draw?

To maintain public morale in the Union Signup and view all the answers

What was the effect of the Vicksburg battle on the course of the Civil War?

It effectively split the Confederacy in two and gave control of the Mississippi River to the Union Signup and view all the answers

Why did Congressional Reconstruction become harsher towards Southern whites and more protective of freed blacks?

In response to Black Codes passed by Southern legislatures Signup and view all the answers

Which event marked the beginning of the American Civil War?

The Fort Sumter crisis Signup and view all the answers

Who won the presidential election of 1856 by denouncing abolitionists and supporting noninterference with slavery in the territories?

James Buchanan Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of Stephen Douglas in the Lincoln-Douglas Debates?

He debated over the issue of slavery with Abraham Lincoln. Signup and view all the answers

Which Chief Justice presided over the U.S. Supreme Court during the Dred Scott Decision?

Roger B. Taney Signup and view all the answers

What did the Gadsden Purchase entail?

Acquisition of parts of present-day New Mexico & Arizona from Mexico Signup and view all the answers

Who authored 'Uncle Tom's Cabin', a novel that depicted white southerners?

Harriet Beecher Stowe Signup and view all the answers

Which individual led an unsuccessful raid at Harper's Ferry, Virginia, resulting in his subsequent hanging?

John Brown Signup and view all the answers

What was the main debate over during the election of 1844?

Annexation of Texas Signup and view all the answers

Why was the Nullification Crisis of 1832 significant?

South Carolina refused to pay a federal tax Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the primary goals of the Wilmot Proviso?

To prevent the spread of slavery in newly acquired territories Signup and view all the answers

What did Stephen Douglas propose in his compromise for California?

Introduce popular sovereignty in all newly acquired territories Signup and view all the answers

Which event marked the beginning of the Texas Revolution?

Leadership of Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Election of 1848?

Victory of Zachary Taylor Signup and view all the answers

What was one result of the nullification crisis led by South Carolina in 1832?

'Force act' nullified by Congress Signup and view all the answers

Which state emerged victorious in the Battle of San Jacinto?

Republic of Texas Signup and view all the answers

Why did South Carolina refuse to pay the federal tariff during the Nullification Crisis?

To assert states' rights Signup and view all the answers

What was one key aspect of Henry Clay's compromise for California?

Admit California as a slave state Signup and view all the answers

Reformers in the 19th Century

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

Who defeated the British in the Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812?

What was one of the goals of the temperance reform movement?

Which event led to Southerners wanting to nullify tariffs in 1832?

Who proposed the idea of nullifying a federal law during the nullification crisis?

What system was used in Auburn Penitentiary where inmates worked and ate together in groups but could not talk to each other?

During the era of good feelings, what significant event led to the exploration of the west?

Which individual played a significant role in the exploration of the west during the era of good feelings?

What was the economic policy that emphasized domestic control and protection of the economy during the era of good feelings?

Which event prompted Thomas Jefferson to compare the American people's mood to a town on fire in the middle of the night?

What technological innovation had a significant impact during the era of good feelings by revolutionizing cotton production?

Which duo conducted an extensive exploration journey during the era of good feelings, contributing to the growth of ecological and social knowledge?

Who was responsible for improving conditions in jails, poorhouses, and insane asylums in the 1820s?

Which document called for slaves to revolt against their masters and argued that all men are created equal?

The phrase 'manifest destiny' related to beliefs about which of the following?

Who was the Mexican general who tried to crush the Texas revolt?

What was the significance of the war with Mexico?

What did the Wilmot Proviso propose related to slavery?

Who won the election of 1848?

'Popular sovereignty' was associated with which politician's compromise related to California?

'36 30 line' was part of which historical agreement or compromise?

Why were the Confederate States of America unable to defeat the North during the Civil War?

What differentiated the Confederate Constitution from the United States Constitution?

What defensive strategy did the Confederates employ during the Civil War?

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

What was the purpose of Presidential Reconstruction during the post-Civil War era?

What measure adopted by Congress indicated a harsher stance on Southern whites and stronger protections for freed blacks during Congressional Reconstruction?

Who defeated Senator Charles Sumner in a physical altercation on the Senate floor?

Which individual led an unsuccessful raid at Harper's Ferry, Virginia, and was subsequently hanged?

Who proposed the creation of two new states, Nebraska and Kansas, and the introduction of popular sovereignty?

Which President supported the Compromise of 1850 and was elected during the Election of 1852?

Who developed the Freeport Doctrine stating that slavery exclusion could be determined by voters' refusal to enact laws protecting slave property?

Which U.S. General defeated Santa Anna in the Mexican War?

Who was the author of 'Uncle Tom's Cabin' that depicted white southerners?

Who sued for freedom in the Dred Scott Decision case?

Which event involved heavily armed Pro-slavery radicals burning most of the city of Lawrence?

Who authored the Kansas-Nebraska Act along with Senator Stephen Douglas?

What was the impact of the cotton gin on the expansion of cotton production in the US?

What was a key outcome of the nullification crisis in 1832?

What was the goal of the temperance reform movement in the early 19th century?

Which historical event led to a change in trade flow from North to South to East to West in the United States?

Who was the primary architect behind the successful Missouri Compromise in the early 19th century?

What was a significant outcome of the Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812?

What was the significance of the Louisiana Purchase during the era of good feelings?

How did Thomas Jefferson describe the American people's mood during the Missouri Compromise era?

What was the role of Sacagawea during the era of good feelings?

What innovation had a significant impact during the era of good feelings by revolutionizing cotton production?

Which statement best describes the tone set by Thomas Jefferson in his letter to Adams during the Missouri Compromise era?

What factor contributed to the popularity growth and stability during the era of good feelings?

What was the main reason the Confederate States of America were unable to defeat the North during the Civil War?

What differentiated the Confederate Constitution from the United States Constitution?

Why did Lincoln portray the outcome of the Battle of Sharpsburg (Antietam) as a victory despite it being a draw?

What was the effect of the Vicksburg battle on the course of the Civil War?

Why did Congressional Reconstruction become harsher towards Southern whites and more protective of freed blacks?

Which event marked the beginning of the American Civil War?

Who won the presidential election of 1856 by denouncing abolitionists and supporting noninterference with slavery in the territories?

What was the role of Stephen Douglas in the Lincoln-Douglas Debates?

Which Chief Justice presided over the U.S. Supreme Court during the Dred Scott Decision?

What did the Gadsden Purchase entail?

Who authored 'Uncle Tom's Cabin', a novel that depicted white southerners?

Which individual led an unsuccessful raid at Harper's Ferry, Virginia, resulting in his subsequent hanging?

What was the main debate over during the election of 1844?

Why was the Nullification Crisis of 1832 significant?

What was one of the primary goals of the Wilmot Proviso?

What did Stephen Douglas propose in his compromise for California?

Which event marked the beginning of the Texas Revolution?

What was the significance of the Election of 1848?

What was one result of the nullification crisis led by South Carolina in 1832?

Which state emerged victorious in the Battle of San Jacinto?

Why did South Carolina refuse to pay the federal tariff during the Nullification Crisis?

What was one key aspect of Henry Clay's compromise for California?

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