U.S. History Chapter: Third Seminole War & Spoils System

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What was the other name for the Third Seminole War?

The Second Seminole War
The War of 1812
The Billy Bowlegs War (correct)
The Creek War

What marked the beginning of the Third Seminole War?

The Seminole people refusing to relocate to Indian Territory
White surveyors stealing food from the village of Chief Billy Bowlegs (correct)
The US government sending in troops to remove the Seminoles
The death of a prominent Seminole leader

How long did the Third Seminole War last?

5 years
10 years
20 years
3 years (correct)

What was the outcome of the Third Seminole War?

Billy Bowlegs and his family were forced to relocate to Indian Territory (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who was the leader of the Seminoles during the Third Seminole War?

Chief Billy Bowlegs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the spoils system?

A method of awarding government jobs to supporters of the winning political party. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential rationale for the spoils system?

It ensures that the government remains responsive to the needs of the electorate. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the "Kitchen Cabinet"?

An unofficial group of advisors who assisted President Jackson. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the U.S. disagreement with Spain over West Florida?

The boundaries of the territory were unclear. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did the "Kitchen Cabinet" relate to the spoils system?

They played a significant role in implementing the spoils system. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did the dispute over West Florida ultimately resolve?

The U.S. simply claimed the disputed territory. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential drawback of the spoils system?

It can lead to unqualified individuals holding positions of power. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a problem that arose in East Florida?

British settlers encroaching on Spanish territory. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What prompted President Monroe to send Andrew Jackson to the Georgia–Florida border?

To stop the Seminole raids on American settlements. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why was Jackson's invasion of Spanish Florida embarrassing for President Monroe?

He was trying to build strong relations with Spain. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of the Indian Removal Act?

To force Native American tribes to relocate west of the Mississippi River. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the forced relocation of Native Americans?

The US government wanted to acquire the land occupied by Native Americans. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Worcester v. Georgia case?

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Georgia, allowing the removal of the Cherokee. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What role did Andrew Jackson play in the Indian Removal Act?

He was a strong supporter of the Indian Removal Act and pushed for its passage. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What were the consequences of the Indian Removal Act for Native Americans?

It led to the loss of their ancestral lands, displacement, and suffering. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was a major consequence of the Tariff of 1828?

It led to a political crisis between the North and South. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main argument put forward by John C. Calhoun during the Nullification Crisis?

States should be able to ignore federal laws they deem unconstitutional. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Force Law?

To authorize the federal government to use military force to enforce tariffs. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Compromise Tariff of 1833?

It set in motion a gradual reduction of tariffs over an eight-year period. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the Nullification Crisis?

A political conflict between the North and South over tariffs, leading to a threat of secession. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

U.S. Disagreement with Spain

The U.S. disputed unclear boundaries of West Florida with Spain.

Claiming West Florida

The U.S. claimed disputed territory when Spain was too weak to react.