US History: The Era of Good Feelings (1815-1825)

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What was the primary factor that led to the expansion of cotton production in the United States?

The growth of the railroad industry

The construction of the Erie Canal

The development of the cotton gin (correct)

The invention of the steamboat

What was the primary goal of the temperance reform movement in the United States during the 19th century?

To promote nationalism

To abolish slavery

To reduce the consumption of alcohol (correct)

To expand the railroad industry

What was the significance of the Missouri Compromise of 1820?

It established a new tariffs system

It led to the nullification crisis of 1832

It abolished slavery in the Louisiana Territory

It allowed Missouri to enter the Union as a slave state and banned slavery in the Louisiana Territory north of the 36°30' parallel (correct)

What was the main reason behind the Nullification Crisis of 1832?

The South wanted to nullify the tariffs imposed by the federal government Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812?

It gave Andrew Jackson a significant popularity boost Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary consequence of the cotton gin's invention on the institution of slavery?

It revitalized the institution of slavery by increasing the need for enslaved labor Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind the movement to treat the insane as mentally ill?

To improve conditions in jails and poorhouses Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of the American Colonization Society?

To establish colonies in West Africa for freed slaves Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Walker's Appeal document?

It was a radical anti-slavery document that called for slaves to revolt against their masters Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the Texans to go to Tejas?

To establish economic opportunities in farming and cotton Signup and view all the answers

Who was the leader of the Texas forces during the Texas Revolution?

Sam Houston Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the War with Mexico?

The US won and gained more territory, including California, Nevada, Utah, New Mexico, Arizona, and Texas Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Wilmot Proviso?

It was a provision that prohibited slavery in new territories acquired from Mexico Signup and view all the answers

What was the main feature of Henry Clay's compromise for California?

It admitted California as a free state, organized the remainder of the southwest without restricting slavery, and created more stringent fugitive slave laws Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the 36° 30' line?

It was the border between slave and free states Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Nullification Crisis of 1832?

The US government enforced the tariff, and South Carolina backed down Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Sacagawea during the Lewis and Clark expedition?

She was a translator who provided a calming presence to the crew. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main contributing factor to the population growth during the Era of Good Feelings?

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

What was the purpose of the Lewis and Clark expedition?

To explore the west and gather ecological and social information. Signup and view all the answers

What was Thomas Jefferson's reaction to the Missouri Compromise?

He wrote a letter to Adams comparing the mood of the American people to a fire in the night. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the cotton gin during the Era of Good Feelings?

It was an invention that made a significant difference in the economy. Signup and view all the answers

What was the underlying philosophy of Economic Nationalism during the Era of Good Feelings?

An emphasis on domestic control and protection of the economy. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of the Kansas-Nebraska Act?

To give the people in the Kansas and Nebraska territories the right to choose whether to be a free or slave state Signup and view all the answers

Who was the author of the influential novel 'Uncle Tom's Cabin'?

Harriet Beecher Stowe Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Dred Scott Decision?

The Supreme Court ruled that Dred Scott was not a citizen and had no right to sue in federal court Signup and view all the answers

Who was the presidential candidate who supported the Compromise of 1850 and won the election of 1852?

Franklin Pierce Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Freeport Doctrine?

It cost Stephen Douglas the presidential election Signup and view all the answers

Who led the raids on pro-slavery settlers at Pottawatomie Creek?

John Brown Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Gadsden Purchase?

To complete the continental expansion of the United States Signup and view all the answers

Who was the vice-president of the United States during the presidency of James Buchanan?

John C. Brekinridge Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Bleeding Kansas conflict?

The deaths of over 200 people and $2 million in damages Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the 13th Amendment proposed by Southern Democrats in the Election of 1860?

To protect slavery in the Constitution Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason why the Confederacy was unable to defeat the North?

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

What was the primary strategy of the Confederate States of America during the Civil War?

Cordon Defense, a defensive strategy to protect their territory Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Battle of Vicksburg in the Civil War?

It resulted in the Union's control of the Mississippi River Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of the Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Lincoln?

To give the Confederacy an opportunity to surrender Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequence of the 14th Amendment to the US Constitution?

It declared that all persons born in the US are citizens and guaranteed equal protection of the laws Signup and view all the answers

What was the main difference between Presidential Reconstruction and Congressional Reconstruction?

Presidential Reconstruction was harsher on Southern whites, while Congressional Reconstruction was more lenient Signup and view all the answers