Semester 1 Review - Key Terms Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is Federalism?

Strong national government with significant power over the states. (correct)

A system of government where states have significant power over the national government.

An economic theory of establishing colonies.

A religious movement focused on salvation.

What is the definition of Sectionalism?

Doing and advocating what is in the best interest of a section or region of the nation, putting sectional interests above national interests.

What does Colonialism refer to?

An economic theory practiced by colonial powers in the 1600s and 1700s to maximize exports and minimize imports for the mother country.

What is Idealism?

An intellectual and philosophical movement of the mid-1800s asserting that the nature of reality can be learned only by intuition. Signup and view all the answers

What belief did the Puritans hold?

Belief in original sin and that only a select few will achieve salvation. Signup and view all the answers

What values did Presbyterians hold?

Work, thrift, education, property. Signup and view all the answers

What was referred to as the Peculiar Institution?

The institution of slavery. Signup and view all the answers

What was the goal of the Abolition movement?

To abolish all slavery. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Spoils System refer to?

A system brought under Jackson which replaced entrenched bureaucrats with supporters. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Terms and Concepts

Federalism
Establishes a strong national government with authority over states, influencing economic direction and development.
Sectionalism
Prioritizes the interests of specific regions over national unity, exemplified by issues like slavery expansion and protective tariffs.
Colonialism
Economic strategy used by colonial powers in the 1600s and 1700s to strengthen their economies by creating colonies, maximizing exports and minimizing imports from non-colonized areas.
Idealism
A mid-19th century intellectual movement emphasizing understanding reality through intuition rather than empirical experience.
Puritans
A religious group that believed in original sin, viewing humanity as inherently evil, with the belief that only a few would attain salvation.
Presbyterianism
A faith promoting values of hard work, frugality, education, and property ownership as essential components of moral living.
Peculiar Institution
A term used in the Southern United States to refer to the system of slavery, reflecting its unique place in society.
Abolition
A movement aimed at eradicating slavery, advocating for the freedom of all enslaved individuals.
Spoils System
A political practice initiated by Andrew Jackson that replaced career bureaucrats with political supporters to promote democratic governance and efficiency.

Description

These flashcards cover essential key terms and concepts related to federalism and sectionalism, along with other important topics in U.S. history. Perfect for a quick review ahead of exams, this resource highlights significant themes in American governance and historical development.