Unit 5 Review U S Expansion For each

Unit 5 Review

U. S. Expansion For each territory, answer the following questions: 1) What is the name of the territory? 2) What country did the territory come from? 3) How did the U. S. acquire the territory? 4) How did the acquisition of the territory lead to conflict and/or change?

Nationalism vs. Sectionalism • Create a T-chart that compares events that led to nationalism or sectionalism. You need to have five events for EACH side. • Each event should be explained in 1 -2 sentences.

Unit 7 Essential Questions 1) What were three main causes of the Civil War? Explain each. 2) Why was the Battle of Gettysburg and the Siege of Vicksburg considered the military turning points of the Civil War? 3) Why do some say it was inevitable that the North would win the war? 4) How did the federal government treat the Southern states after the war? What were different viewpoints on how they should be treated? 5) Which changes of the Civil War and Reconstruction era were

Units 5 -7 Review

“As a principle in which the rights and interests of the United States are involved, . . . the American continents, . . . by the free and independent condition which they have assumed and maintain, are henceforth not to be considered as subjects for future colonization by any European powers. ” - President James Monroe’s annual message to Congress, 1823 How did President Monroe′s message influence U. S. foreign policy? a. It changed from isolationism and neutrality to imperialism. b. It declared free market economies for the American continents. c. It increased colonization by the United States on the European continent. d. It warned European nations not to interfere in the affairs of the Western Hemisphere.

A lasting impact of the United States Supreme Court under Chief Justice John Marshall is that the Court’s decisions a. b. c. d. extended the Bill of Rights to enslaved persons expanded the power of the Federal Government restricted the authority of Congress promoted the views of the President

What effects did Henry Clay hope his “American System” would have the on the U. S. ? a. He hoped it would serve to unite the national economically and make it more self-sufficient. b. He hoped it would serve to increase the North’s industry while devastating the South, thereby bringing about an end to slavery. c. He hoped it would lessen the role of the federal government and serve to make state governments stronger. d. He hoped that it would eliminate tariffs and boost the agriculturally based economy of the Deep South

Which of the following statements describes Hudson River School artists most accurately? a. They valued getting rich over being attuned with nature. b. They were glad to see the rise of industry, with large factories replacing rural ways of life. c. They tried to create American culture by painting nature and frontier scenes. d. They thought nature was purer and more important than most human culture.

In which of the following ways did Webster’s Dictionary help to form a distinctly “American” language? a. It adopted words from Native American languages to mix with traditional European words. b. It removed British words from the vocabulary and replaced them all with “American” words. c. It modified the traditional British spelling, usage, and pronunciation of many words. d. It depicted life on the U. S. frontier and dealt with issues relevant to U. S. society.

“John Marshall has made his decision, now let him enforce it. ” – Andrew Jackson President Jackson is believed to have made this statement in response to what issue? a. the forced removal of Native Americans from their lands b. the creation of “pet banks” c. the formation of the Whig Party d. the crisis that erupted as a result of new tariffs

The "Lowell System" refers to which of the following? a. employment of young women who were then housed in dormitories b. chattel slavery c. worker's cooperatives d. an early American labor union

During the years 1800 -1850, how did the area and population of the United States change? a. There was no change in either. b. The population increased, but the area remained the same. c. The population remained the same, but it was spread out over a larger area. d. Both the area and the population increased a great deal.

Which of the following would have most likely been an opinion held by James K. Polk? a. “The Oregon territory is as much the property of Great Britain as it is the U. S. Therefore, we must be sure not to offend the British and remember that they, too, belong in Oregon. ” b. “It is the destiny of the U. S. to expand all the way to the Pacific. If Mexico will not sell us their territories north of the Rio Grande, then we will force a war and take them. ” c. “We have Texas, and that is enough for now. If we push Mexico too hard, we might face a war we are not prepared for. ” d. “It is not right for white settlers to force their will on the Indians. Therefore, we shall seek to buy the Oregon territory from the tribes that currently live there. ”

The "era of good feelings" following the War of 1812 reflected a. declining violence in the West between the United States and Indian tribes. b. increased political divisions in the United States federal government. c. rising nationalism and optimism in the United States. d. the renewed good relations between the United States and the European continent.

The fate of the Donner party best illustrates a. the hazards faced by pioneers traveling west on the Oregon Trail. b. the lack of appeal of abolitionism to the majority of immigrants. c. the widespread lack of interest among Americans in Henry Clay's American System by the 1840 s. d. the vicious attacks on Catholics and immigrants that took place in the 1830 s and 1840 s.

The person who drew this cartoon probably belonged to which party? A. Democrat. B. Federalist. C. Whig. D. Free-Soiler.

All of the following groups would have been likely to agree with the image’s depiction of Andrew Jackson EXCEPT A. South Carolinians who opposed federal tariffs B. American Indians such as Cherokees C. western farmers who opposed the national bank D. advocates of federally funded internal improvement projects

The creator of the image would most likely agree with which of the following statements? A. Jackson’s natural leadership skills made him an ideal president. B. Jackson’s political actions were unconstitutional. C. Jackson would have accepted internal improvements if Congress had consulted him. D. Jackson was celebrated by the people because his foreign policies benefited the nation.

“Jackson Replaces Many Government Workers With His Supporters” “Jackson Vetoes Bank Recharter Bill for Political Reasons” “Jackson Refuses to Enforce Worcester v. Georgia Decision” Which conclusion about President Andrew Jackson is most consistent with these headlines? A. He allowed Congress to decide controversial issues. B. He expanded presidential powers. C. He demonstrated weakness in dealing with domestic issues. D. He relied on the Supreme Court to settle disputes.

During the presidency of Andrew Jackson, the spoils system resulted in A. federal laws being nullified by the states B. elected officials rewarding their supporters with government jobs C. all free males being given the right to vote D. the end of political corruption in the federal government

"Compromise Enables Maine and Missouri To Enter Union" (1820) "California Admitted to Union as Free State" (1850) "Kansas-Nebraska Act Sets Up Popular Sovereignty" (1854) Which issue is reflected in these headlines? A. B. C. D. enactment of protective tariffs extension of slavery voting rights for minorities universal public education

Before the Civil War, slavery expanded in the South rather than in the North because A. the Constitution contained a clause that outlawed the importation of slaves into the Northern states B. Congress passed a law forbidding slavery in the North C. Northern states passed affirmative action legislation D. geographic conditions in the South encouraged the development of large plantations

Sectional differences developed in the United States largely because A. the Federal Government adopted a policy of neutrality B. economic conditions and interests in each region varied C. only northerners were represented at the Constitutional Convention D. early Presidents favored urban areas over rural areas

Why would Southern planters oppose the Wilmot Proviso? A. It would prevent plantation owners from moving slaves to land acquired in the Louisiana Purchase. B. It would legalize slavery everywhere except in the Mexican Cession Territory. C. It would abolish slavery in territory acquired during the Mexican War. D. It would only allow slavery below the Missouri Compromise line.

The Seneca Falls Convention of 1848 was mainly concerned with A. ending slavery in all the states B. reducing consumption of alcoholic beverages C. improving treatment of the mentally ill D. expanding women’s rights

According to Horace Mann, why was education an important institution for Americans? A. It encouraged equality of opportunity within society. B. It created a spirit of nationalism. C. It inspired citizens to actively participate in government. D. It supported equity in the workplace

Which of the following rationales were not used by Christian slaveholders seeking to justify their practices? A. Quoting passages in the Bible that took the existence of slavery for granted. B. Arguing that slaves were lucky to have been taken from pagan Africa, and the dangers of hellfire C. Saying that the spiritual gifts of Christianity allowed slaves to rise above their material difficulties D. Arguing that African-Americans should be given the full rights of citizenship, including the right to vote.

Who founded the antislavery paper The Liberator? A. B. C. D. The Grimke sisters William Lloyd Garrison Frederick Douglass David Walker

The effect of Uncle Tom's Cabin on the nation was to A. reveal the ugly extent of the vicious slave trade to America. B. ignite such anger in the South that several states soon seceded from the Union. C. offer the first written history of American slavery. D. help humanize slaves in the minds of northern readers.

The name given to the effort by whites and blacks to help runaway slaves escape was the A. B. C. D. Frederick Douglass road. Underground Railroad. Fugitive Slave Act. Second Middle Passage.

During the early 1800 s, the United States placed few restrictions on immigration because A. the Constitution did not allow restrictions B. labor unions welcomed the new workers C. southern landowners needed additional workers D. the industrial economy was creating new jobs

In the presidential election of 1824, A. Andrew Jackson received the most electoral votes and became president. B. John Q. Adams received the second-most electoral votes and became president. C. Henry Clay received the fourth-most electoral votes and became president. D. John Q. Adams received the most electoral votes and became president.

The "Know-Nothing" movement was partially directed at reducing the influence of A. B. C. D. Catholics. abolitionists. Democrats. Jews.

Which of the following describes Dorothea Dix’s main concern? A. Ensuring that criminals were punished severely. B. Keeping immigrants out of the U. S. C. Maintaining a belligerent foreign policy D. Bringing about humane conditions in prisons and insane asylums.

In the 1840 s, the organized movement against drunkenness in the United States A. linked alcohol to crime and poverty. B. grew largely out of immigrant communities. C. was actively opposed by a large majority of Americans. D. remained a minor social movement.

According to the principle of popular sovereignty, A. Congress would determine whether a territory would have slavery. B. Territorial legislatures would determine whether a territory would have slavery. C. Settlers would determine whether a territory would have slavery. D. The Supreme Court would determine whether a territory would have slavery.

What best describes why women identified with the abolition movement? A. Women felt enslaved. B. Women were also denied full rights. C. Women thought slavery was immoral. D. Women that slave children should go to school

In the middle of the 1800 s, what two major issues were dividing the North and South? a. Welfare reform and income tax rates b. Immigration and the gold standard c. Loyalty to Great Britain and taxation without representation d. States’ rights and slavery

At the beginning of the Civil War, the North was a. was better prepared economically to fight the Civil War b. lagged behind the South in bank deposits c. produced more agricultural products than the South d. lacked several important resources to fight the war

Which of the following best describes Grant’s strategy to defeat the Confederate army? a. “We will try to circle around Lee’s army, then surprise them by attacking them from the rear. ” b. “We’ve got more men than they do. For this reason we are going to keep marching against Lee’s army. We’ll force him to fight until he just doesn’t have the men to fight anymore. ” c. “We’ll wait Lee out. Eventually he’ll have to attack us on our own territory and we’ll crush him. ” d. “More than anything else, it is essential that we spare as many lives as possible. I’d rather take three more years to defeat Lee and lose 1000 men, than to defeat him tomorrow having lost 10, 000. ”

Which of the following best identifies why Grant’s victory at Vicksburg was significant? a. It ensured a steady supply of beef for the Confederate forces. b. It gave the Union control of the Mississippi River. c. It inspired other Union generals. d. It controlled the Union’s advantage in industrial might.

Which of the following would have most likely been the QUICKEST to give power back to the state governments in the South? a. b. c. d. Andrew Johnson Thaddeus Stevens The Radical Republicans Edwin Stanton

Reconstruction ended predominantly for what reason? a. The South had been rebuilt and no longer needed to be reconstructed. b. New laws ensured the welfare of freed slaves and a new generation of southern leaders were ready to continue Union policies. c. Reconstruction was too expensive to continue. d. As the result of a compromise that put the Republican candidate in the White House in exchange for withdrawing Union forces from the South and giving power back to the state governments.

Which statement best describes “black codes”? a. Secret codes used by spies in the Union Army b. Southern laws that severely restricted the lives and civil rights of African-Americans c. A nickname for key speeches by abolitionists d. Rules of conduct established by the Freedmen’s Bureau.

The Election of 1860 most clearly reflected the influence of: a. b. c. d. nationalist motives sectional differences political stability ethnic conflicts

How was Abraham Lincoln’s victory in the 1860 presidential election a turning point in American history? a. Lincoln won the majority of electoral votes but not a majority of the popular vote. b. A coalition of Whigs, Know-Nothings, and Democrats ran a strong third-party candidate. c. The Crittenden Compromise attempted to resolve tensions aroused by the election. d. Lincoln’s victory prompted Southern secession and the Civil War that followed.

Which of the following best describes the troubles of African-Americans in the South during Reconstruction? a. They received help from federal agencies like the Freedmen’s Bureau, but without land, money, or education; and because of the black codes, they often found themselves reduced to the equivalent of slave labor as sharecroppers. b. They were denied citizenship and never became a political force in the South. c. They were harassed by the Ku Klux Klan, but rarely were they the victims of violence. It would not be until the 20 th century that the Ku Klux Klan would begin using violence as a means of intimidation. d. They relied on grandfather clauses and Jim Crow laws to ensure that they exercised their right to vote.

“No state. . . shall. . . deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law. ” During Reconstruction, this clause was adopted to protect: a. Native Americans who were being settled on reservations b. newly freed slaves in the South c. defeated Confederate soldiers returning to their homes d. settlers moving west of the Mississippi River

Which of the following BEST describes why the Southern states seceded? a. They felt that the Union was weak and could be easily defeated. b. They were encouraged to secede by foreign governments prepared to come to their aid if they rebelled. c. They felt that it was only a matter of time before Lincoln and the Republicans would move to abolish slavery and they wanted to protect their state sovereignty. d. They felt that it was only a matter of time before Union forces attacked and wanted to organize an army.

How did the end of the U. S. Civil War affect American politics? a. Legislation passed that supported property rights and due process for women. b. Legislation passed that established voting rights for American Indians. c. Legislation passed that provided citizenship and legal protections for freed slaves. d. Legislation passed that enhanced individual states’ rights.

The Civil War and Reconstruction failed to achieve: a. The end of slavery. b. Equal rights for all people regardless of race. c. The growth of community life for African. Americans. d. The reunification of the states.

"If I could save the Union without freeing any slave I would do it, and if I could do it by freeing all the slaves I would do it; and if I could do it by freeing some and leaving others alone, I would do that. “ – Abraham Lincoln, 1862 The quotation illustrates Lincoln’s attempt to: a. Acceptance of the slave trade b. Determination to support popular sovereignty c. Agreement with abolitionists d. Willingness to compromise on the issue of slavery in order to preserve the union

“By the 1850 s, the Constitution, originally framed as an instrument of national unity, had become a source of sectional discord. ” This quotation supports which conclusion? a. vast differences of opinion existed over the issue of States rights b. the Federal Government had become more interested in foreign affairs than in domestic problems c. the Constitution had no provisions for governing new territories d. the Southern States continued to import slaves

How did the outcome of the Civil War change the distribution of power and authority between the United States and the state governments? a. The Southern states redefined the doctrine of states′ rights despite the outcome of the war. b. The Southern states separated from the Union, thereby confirming their right to do so. c. The Union agreed to allow nullification as a precondition to ending the war. d. The Union victory reinforced the supremacy of the federal government over the states.

How did General Sherman’s March to the Sea affect Southern society and the end of the Civil War? a. It destroyed the plantation system, removing social and economic support for the Confederacy. b. It created a strong and active abolitionist movement among Southern women who lived on the plantations. c. It caused the surrender of Southern troops but did not affect the plantation system. d. It ended the war by destroying plantations, forcing many wealthy citizens to flee to England.

How was issuing the Emancipation Proclamation a turning point in the Civil War? a. It proposed a peace treaty with the Confederate states. b. It established a Freedmen′s Bureau to help freed slaves. c. It provided a plan for Reconstruction. d. It freed slaves in the Confederate states still fighting.

Which best explains the objective of the Lewis and Clark expedition? a. To become the first Americans to navigate the Rio Grande River b. To destroy the power of American Indians along the Missouri River c. To defeat the French and take control of the Louisiana Territory for the United States d. To map and explore the territory of the Louisiana Purchase

Which person is most associated with education reform? a. b. c. d. Horace Mann Lucretia Mott Theodore Weld Elizabeth Stanton

Each of the following was a point of tension between the North and the South prior to the Civil War EXCEPT: a. The issue of slavery b. Agrarian economy versus the industrial economy c. State rights versus the power of the federal government d. The belief that the Constitution was the ultimate law of the land.

In what way did William Lloyd Garrison’s The Liberator increase sectional tensions in the antebellum United States? a. Garrison insisted that westward expansion would destroy the traditional culture of America. b. Garrison supported the institution of slavery because he argued that slaves had a better living standard than workers in northern cities. c. Garrison insisted that the values of western farmers were superior to those in the East. d. Garrison angered southern slave owners by condemning slavery on moral grounds and demanding immediate emancipation and racial equality.

Why were the novels by James Fennimore Cooper (Last of the Mohicans, etc. ) considered the first novels to reflect a truly U. S. culture? a. Cooper’s style reminded people of European authors as he wrote about many of the same themes. b. Cooper portrayed the frontier and themes distinct to those living in the U. S. c. Cooper was the first to produce a publish piece of fiction after the Revolutionary War. d. Cooper wrote about figures in U. S. society, like Washington and Jefferson.

What Christian belief most specifically applied to the abolitionist movement? a. All people are equal in the eyes of God with an equal right to liberty. b. Believers should attend church services. c. People should observe the Sabbath. d. Jesus was resurrected.

Of the following, which is an example of the spoils system put in place by Andrew Jackson? a. A loyal supporter receives special consideration when it comes to legislation that the president intends to push through Congress. b. A loyal supporter is given a position in government as a reward for his support. c. A loyal supporter is promised money for his support. d. A loyal supporter is forgotten by the president after the election; thus the term “spoils. ”

Which problem did the Missouri Compromise and the Compromise of 1850 attempt to solve? a. Extension of slavery into the western territories b. Equitable distribution of frontier lands to the owners of small farms c. Placement of protective tariffs on foreign imports d. Need for internal improvements in transportation

Which of the following best describes economic factors that led to sectionalism prior to the Civil War? a. The northern economy was primarily agricultural, while the southern economy was based on manufacturing. b. Jobs on plantations attracted more European immigrants to the South than to the North. c. Transportation systems were more developed in the North than in the South. d. The southern economy was more diversified than the northern economy.

Which best describes Abraham Lincoln’s main goal at the beginning of the Civil War? a. b. c. d. preserving the Union emancipating slaves destroying the concept of states’ rights punishing Confederate states

According to the principle of popular sovereignty, a. Congress would determine whether a territory would have slavery. b. Territorial legislatures would determine whether a territory would have slavery. c. Settlers would determine whether a territory would have slavery. d. The Supreme Court would determine whether a territory would have slavery.

Which of the following BEST describes why the Southern states seceded? a. They felt that the Union was weak and could be easily defeated. b. They were encouraged to secede by foreign governments prepared to come to their aid if they rebelled. c. They felt that it was only a matter of time before Lincoln and the Republicans would move to abolish slavery and they wanted to protect their state sovereignty. d. They felt that it was only a matter of time before Union forces attacked and wanted to organize an army.

Which answer best describes the relationship between the South firing on Fort Sumter and the Civil War? a. The South firing on Fort Sumter caused President Lincoln to call out state militias. b. The South firing on Fort Sumter caused the South to form a confederation. c. The South firing on Fort Sumter caused the North to back down. d. The South firing on Fort Sumter finally started the Civil War.

Which of the following was NOT part of the Supreme Court’s decision in Dred Scott v. Sanford (1857)? a. According to the Constitution, no slave or descendant of a save is a citizen. b. Just because Dred Scott had lived on free soil did not mean he was not a slave. c. The Missouri Compromise applied to Dred Scott because he was a citizen of Missouri. d. Dred Scott couldn’t bring a case to federal court.

The Emancipation Proclamation freed a. All African-Americans. b. Only slaves in the loyal border states. c. All slaves. d. Only slaves in the Confederacy.

Which one of the following was NOT a Northern advantage throughout the war? a. b. c. d. Greater population Industrial superiority Familiar terrain and public support Greater access to natural resources

Which of the following was true of General Robert E. Lee? a. He was not very skilled as a military leader. b. He burned a path from Atlanta to Savannah as he made his famed “march to the sea. ” c. He was offered command of the Union army by President Lincoln, but he could not bring himself to fight against his home state of Virginia. d. His most impressive victory came at the battle of Gettysburg.

Which statement best defines the Jim Crow laws? a. Laws restricting the sale of alcoholic beverages in the Southern states. b. Laws that segregated Southern life, and forbade African-Americans from using the same facilities as whites. c. Laws passed by Radical Republicans. d. Laws guaranteeing the voting rights of former slaves.

Which event best marks the end of the Reconstruction period in the South? a. All southern states had met the requirements set by Congress for statehood. b. President Grant chose not to run for reelection to a third term as president. c. The Radical Republicans in Congress decided that Reconstruction was a failure and a waste of government funds. d. Republican Rutherford B. Hayes made a deal in order to defeat Democrat Samuel Tilden in the presidential election.

How did the Civil War and Reconstruction influence the balance of power between the states and the federal government? a. The states became more powerful. b. The rights of states to secede from the Union were reaffirmed. c. The federal government became more powerful, although in some cases, local governments found ways to challenge this power. d. The states completely yielded all power to the federal government.

Which of the following best describes the plight of African-Americans in the South during Reconstruction? a. They received help from federal agencies like the Freedmen’s Bureau, but without land, money, or education; and because of the black codes, they often found themselves reduced to the equivalent of slave labor as sharecroppers. b. They were denied citizenship and never became a political force in the South. c. They were harassed by the Ku Klux Klan, but rarely were they the victims of violence. It would not be until the 20 th century that the Ku Klux Klan would begin using violence as a means of intimidation. d. They relied on grandfather clauses and Jim Crow laws to ensure that they exercised their right to vote.