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What did the 13th Amendment achieve?

  • Prohibited voting restrictions based on race
  • Granted citizenship to African Americans
  • Guaranteed equal rights for women
  • Abolished slavery (correct)

    • Which Supreme Court Justice is known for the decision in Scott v. Sandford (1857)?

  • William Howard Taft
  • Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.
  • Rodger B. Taney (correct)
  • John Jay

    • Who is credited with organizing the Seneca Falls Convention?

  • Ralph Waldo Emerson
  • Ida B. Wells
  • Sojourner Truth
  • Elizabeth Cady Stanton (correct)

    • Which battle occurred during the War of 1812 after peace had already been established?

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    In what political context did the Democratic-Republican Party emerge?

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    Which of these was NOT a direct cause of the Civil War?

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    What ideology did the Know Nothing Party primarily promote?

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    What is the main focus of Reconstruction?

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    Who authored the book 'The New Measures'?

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    Which definition best describes a secondary source?

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    Which political party did Thomas Jefferson and James Madison represent?

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    What was a significant outcome of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

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    Which person is known for delivering the speech 'Ain’t I a Woman'?

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    What best describes the secret group formed in 1866 that resisted Yankee reconstruction?

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    Which battle was a significant Union loss during the Civil War?

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    Who was responsible for writing the book 'The New Measures'?

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    Which of the following was NOT a cause of the War of 1812?

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    Which justice authored the decision in Marbury v. Madison (1803)?

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    What ideology is associated with the emergence of the Know Nothing Party?

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    What is the primary goal of Reconstruction following the Civil War?

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    Which individual is recognized as a prominent figure in the transcendentalist movement?

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    Which group was formed in 1866 to resist reconstruction efforts and promote white supremacy?

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    What was the significance of the Battle of New Orleans in relation to the War of 1812?

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    Which amendment to the Constitution prohibits voting discrimination based on race?

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    Who authored the Declaration of Sentiments, which addressed women's rights?

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    Which event is NOT associated with the causes of the Civil War?

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    Which political party emerged in support of abolition and preserving the Union?

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    What was one of the main roles of Ida B. Wells in the early 20th century?

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    Which state was ceded to the U.S. as a result of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

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    In what way is history defined in this context?

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    Which battle is noted for being a significant Union loss during the Civil War?

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    Which individual is recognized for their role in reporting on lynchings in the South?

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    Which political party was directly associated with the values of abolition and preserving the Union?

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    Which political figure is known for co-authoring the Declaration of Sentiments?

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    Which Supreme Court decision was authored by Roger B. Taney?

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    Which state was acquired through the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

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    Which amendment to the Constitution guaranteed citizenship and equal rights to African Americans?

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    What was one of the main objectives of the Ku Klux Klan after its formation?

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    Who is considered a key figure in the transcendentalist movement?

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    Which event was NOT a cause of the Civil War?

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    Flashcards

    13th Amendment

    Abolished slavery in the United States

    14th Amendment

    Granted citizenship and equal rights to formerly enslaved people and African Americans.

    15th Amendment

    Prohibited denying voting rights based on race, color, or previous servitude.

    Marbury v. Madison (1803)

    Established the principle of judicial review.

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    Battle of New Orleans

    A battle fought after the Treaty of Ghent was signed, ending the War of 1812.

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    Democratic-Republican Party

    A political party that championed agrarianism, states' rights, and was led by Jefferson and Madison.

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    Transcendentalist movement

    A philosophical movement emphasizing individualism and connection with nature.

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    "Ain't I a Woman" speech

    A speech delivered by Sojourner Truth advocating for women's rights.

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    Reconstruction

    The process of reuniting the North and South and rebuilding the social structure after the Civil War.

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    Ku Klux Klan (KKK)

    A secret society that opposed Reconstruction and promoted white supremacy.

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    What did the 13th Amendment do?

    The 13th Amendment (1865) officially abolished slavery in the United States.

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    What was the significance of the 14th Amendment?

    The 14th Amendment (1868) granted citizenship and equal rights to formerly enslaved people, including African Americans, guaranteeing their basic rights.

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    What did the 15th Amendment guarantee?

    The 15th Amendment (1870) prohibited denying voting rights based on race, color, or previous servitude, ensuring the right to vote for all citizens regardless of their past.

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    Who wrote the Marbury v. Madison decision?

    John Marshall, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, authored the landmark decision in Marbury v. Madison (1803).

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    What happened in the Battle of New Orleans?

    The Battle of New Orleans (1815) was a significant victory for the United States against British forces, even though a peace treaty had already been signed.

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    What was the Democratic-Republican Party about?

    The Democratic-Republican Party, led by Thomas Jefferson and James Madison, promoted agrarian rights, states' rights, and limited government intervention.

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    Who was a prominent figure in Transcendentalism?

    Ralph Waldo Emerson was a leading intellectual in the Transcendentalist movement, advocating for individual intuition, self-reliance, and a connection to nature.

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    Who delivered the "Ain't I a Woman" speech?

    Sojourner Truth, a prominent abolitionist and women's rights advocate, delivered the powerful speech "Ain't I a Woman?" (1851), arguing for the equality of women.

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    Which state was acquired through the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

    The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848 resulted in the acquisition of California (and other territories) from Mexico by the United States.

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    Who organized the Seneca Falls Convention?

    Elizabeth Cady Stanton, a leading women's rights activist, organized the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848, which issued the Declaration of Sentiments advocating for women's suffrage and equality.

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    Who was a leader of the Transcendentalist movement?

    Ralph Waldo Emerson was a leading intellectual in the Transcendentalist movement, advocating for individual intuition, self-reliance, and a connection to nature.

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    What was the 'Ain't I a Woman?' Speech?

    Sojourner Truth, a prominent abolitionist and women's rights advocate, delivered the powerful speech 'Ain't I a Woman?' (1851), arguing for the equality of women.

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    What is a secondary source?

    A secondary source is a document that analyzes or interprets primary sources.

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    What was the Seneca Falls Convention?

    The Seneca Falls Convention (1848), organized by Elizabeth Cady Stanton, was the first women's rights convention in the United States, issuing the Declaration of Sentiments.

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    Who was NOT a candidate in the 1860 presidential election?

    Horace Greeley was not a candidate in the 1860 presidential election.

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    What is the definition of history we are using?

    History recovers the recorded memory of what past people have said and done.

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    Marbury v. Madison

    A landmark Supreme Court case in 1803 that established the principle of judicial review, allowing the court to declare laws unconstitutional.

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    Transcendentalism

    A philosophical movement that emphasized individualism, intuition, self-reliance, and a connection with nature. It flourished in the 19th century.

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    Sojourner Truth

    A prominent abolitionist and women's rights advocate who delivered the powerful speech "Ain't I a Woman?"(1851) advocating for the equality of women.

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    Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

    A treaty signed in 1848 that ended the Mexican-American War and resulted in the U.S. gaining a vast territory including California, Nevada, Utah, and parts of Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming.

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    Seneca Falls Convention

    The first women's rights convention in the United States, held in 1848. It was organized by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and issued the Declaration of Sentiments.

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    Scott v. Sandford (Dred Scott Case)

    A landmark Supreme Court case in 1857 that declared that African Americans, even if free, were not considered citizens and had no right to sue in federal court. It strengthened the position of pro-slavery forces.

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    Battle of Fredericksburg

    A significant Union loss in the Civil War, fought in 1862. It was a major setback for Union forces.

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    Know Nothing Party

    A political party that emerged in the 1850s that promoted nativism, anti-immigrant sentiment, and was known for its anti-Catholicism.

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    Study Notes

    Amendments

    • 13th Amendment: Abolished slavery.
    • 14th Amendment: Granted citizenship and equal rights to formerly enslaved people and African Americans.
    • 15th Amendment: Prohibited denying voting rights based on race, color, or previous condition of servitude.

    Supreme Court Cases

    • Marbury v. Madison (1803): John Marshall wrote the decision.
    • Scott v. Sandford (1857): Roger B. Taney wrote the decision.

    Historical Figures and Events

    • War of 1812: The Battle of New Orleans occurred after peace was declared between England and the United States. One contributing factor was the British attack and burning of Washington, D.C. (This was a cause of the war).
    • Democratic-Republican Party: Appealed to agrarian and states' rights ideals. Prominent figures include Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.
    • Transcendentalism: Ralph Waldo Emerson was a key figure.
    • "Ain't I a Woman" speech: Delivered by Sojourner Truth.
    • Great Famine (1845-49): Caused Irish immigration.
    • Seneca Falls Convention (1848): Organized by Elizabeth Cady Stanton, who wrote the Declaration of Sentiments.
    • "New Measures": Book written by Charles Grandison Finney.
    • Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo: Resulted in the acquisition of land that became California.
    • Civil War: The Battle of Fredericksburg was a significant Union loss. Gettysburg was a turning point in the Union's victory.
    • Know-Nothing Party: Emerged based on nativism.
    • 1860 Presidential Election: Horace Greeley was not a candidate.
    • James K. Polk did not publicly criticize the Mexican-American War

    Political Parties

    • Republican Party: A nascent party supporting abolition and the Union.
    • Democratic-Republican Party: Appealed to agrarian and states' rights ideals. Prominent figures include Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.

    Individuals and their contributions

    • Military Service: Elisha Hunt Rhodes enlisted in the Union Army during the Civil War.
    • Social Activism: Ida B. Wells reported on lynchings in the South.
    • Non-candidate for presidential election of 1860: James K. Polk.

    Important Concepts

    • Definition of history: History aims to recover the tangible record of past human actions and pronouncements.
    • Definition of secondary sources: Works that interpret, analyze, or discuss a historical subject.
    • Definition of primary sources: Works that represent the direct insights of historical figures.
    • Causes of the Civil War (Excluded): Richmond Bread riot does not relate to the causes of the war.
    • Causes of the War of 1812 (Excluded): The Great Famine of 1845–49 was not a factor. The British attack and burning of Washington, D.C. WAS a factor.

    Additional Notes

    • Conflicts can be categorized by specific factors such as the British attack and burning of Washington, D.C.
    • Definition of Reconstruction: Reuniting the North and the South and rebuilding its social structure after the Civil War.
    • Ku Klux Klan: A secret fraternal group formed during Reconstruction that opposed Yankee reconstruction and protected white supremacy.
    • Comanche Symbol: Horses symbolized status and wealth.
    • Mexican-American War Soldier: Benjamin Franklin Scribner enlisted.
    • Uncle Tom's Cabin: Book written by Harriet Beecher Stowe.

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    Test your knowledge on the significant amendments to the US Constitution, landmark Supreme Court cases, and crucial historical events and figures. This quiz covers topics such as the abolition of slavery, citizenship rights, and influential movements like Transcendentalism. Challenge yourself and learn more about American history!

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