Chapter 7: The Early Republic, 1800-1815

What did NOT prompt the demands of the delegates at the Hartford Convention?

A desire to form an independent country, and to continue the war with Britain until the United States could acquire Canada.

What prompted the demands of the delegates at the Hartford Convention?

A desire to weaken the Republic party, limit the political power of southern states, and reduce the costs of the war to New England states.

What became known as the Burr Conspiracy?

A plot designed by Aaron Burr and General James Wilkinson to use armed volunteers to make part of the Louisiana Territory an independent republic.

Which of the following were President Thomas Jefferson's major accomplishments during his first term as president?

A reduction in the national debt, Louisiana Purchase, and the spread of a more democratic political culture.

Which of the following were NOT President Thomas Jefferson's major accomplishments during his first term as president?

A successful policy response to the economic depression.

Which of the following groups are NOT most likely to agree with the criticism of Jefferson expressed in this political cartoon?

Abolitionists who opposed Jefferson's continued legal protection of the slave trade, and shipbuilders who wanted the Embargo Act to be enforced much more strongly.

How did the War of 1812 impact the United States?

American industry expanded, and American pride and nationalism surged.

Identify the popular reaction to Madison's declaration of war on the British.

Americans were very divided over the War of 1812.

In what ways did the war between France and Great Britain in the early 1800s NOT impact the United States?

Because many American leaders were eager to enter the war, Americans attacked British ships on the Atlantic, and the demand for American agricultural produce in Europe skyrocketed because farming in Europe was disrupted by the war.

How did the Treaty of Ghent achieve the United States' objectives in its dealings with Great Britain?

Britain agreed to stop encouraging Native Americans to attack settlers in the Great Lakes region.

Which of the following groups are most likely to agree with the criticism of Jefferson expressed in this political cartoon?

Merchants who adamantly opposed the Embargo Act, and Federalists who maintained that Jefferson had wrongfully expanded the power of the presidency.

How did the elimination of property requirements for voting significantly change the government of the United States during Jefferson's presidency?

More "common" men were elected to state legislatures and Congress.

How did the War of 1812 affect Native Americans?

Native Americans lost much of their land in the Great Lakes region, and Native Americans lost much of their land in the South in battles such as Horseshoe Bend and the Creek War.

Identify how relations with Native Americans influenced Congress's decision to declare war on Great Britain.

Native Americans united behind several strong leaders and fought the United States with British support.

How did the War of 1812 NOT affect Native Americans?

Native Americans were rewarded for their loyalty to the United States with new treaties designed to protect their lands, and Native Americans won several key battles in the South to secure their territory even after they lost their British allies.

Identify the impact of Jefferson's Embargo Act on the economy of the United States.

New England shipbuilders saw their businesses decline, exports fell steeply, and seaport cities were abandoned, and smuggling became widespread.

Identify the elements in the painting that provides evidence for Americans' feelings toward the British during this time.

The caption, "We owe allegiance to no crown," describes the American navy's sentiments towards the British.

How did Jefferson's domestic policies NOT impact the westward expansion of the United States?

The repeal of the whiskey tax reduced tax revenue and increased the size of the deficit and The sale of government-owned lands caused conflict between American settlers and French settlers in the Louisiana Territory.

How did Federalists react to the Louisiana Purchase?

Federalists opposed the Louisiana Purchase because they feared their power would diminish.

How did Federalists NOT react to the Louisiana Purchase?

Federalists were happy Jefferson had taken a loose interpretation of the Constitution, and federalists wanted Jefferson to purchase the land to provide space for an industrialized economy.

What events helped Americans successfully negotiate an end to the War of 1812?

The Battle of Lake Champlain, and the Battle of Baltimore.

What events did NOT help Americans successfully negotiate an end to the War of 1812?

The Battle of Washington, D.C. , and the Battle of New Orleans.

Identify how Tecumseh's attempt to form an Indian Confederacy influenced the American decision to declare war on Great Britain.

The Confederacy threatened to unify the native peoples in America into a singular Indian nation and, with the support of the British, prevent American expansion.

In what ways did the war between France and Great Britain in the early 1800s impact the United States?

The French and the British interfered with American shipping across the Atlantic, and the British warships stopped American merchant ships and forcibly "impressed" sailors into the British navy.

How did Jefferson's domestic policies impact the westward expansion of the United States?

The Louisiana Purchase doubled the size of the country, The sale of government-owned lands encouraged settlement west of the Appalachians, and The repeal of the whiskey tax supported farmers west of the Mississippi.

How DIDN'T the Republican party fare after Jefferson was reelected?

The Republican party was united behind Jefferson, who won in a landslide, and the Republican party fragmented and lost many members to the Federalists.

The United States' desire to claim Canada and Florida contributed to the decision to declare war on Great Britain. Why was the United States unable to accomplish this goal?

The U.S. military was unprepared for a war, the British had a strong Native American allies, and Northeastern states refused to cooperate with the war effort.

How did the War of 1812 NOT impact the United States?

The United States acquired territory in Canada, and Native Americans maintained control of their territory.

How did the War of 1812 NOT change the United States?

The United States became less industrialized, and the Federalists and Republicans united into one political party.

What is the chronological order of the War of 1812?

The United States defeats Tecumseh in the Battle of Tippecanoe, Madison asks Congress to declare war on Great Britain, The U.S. Army suffers losses in Canada, including the Battle of Queenston Heights, The U.S. Army proves victorious at York, The Treaty of Ghent is signed, and the United States wins the Battle of New Orleans.

What effect did the war with the Creeks have on the United States during the War of 1812?

The United States gained significant territory after a decisive defeat of the Red Stick Creeks.

How did the War of 1812 change the United States?

The United States took over vast amounts of Native American land, Political leaders realized the importance of a strong military, and the U.S. gained global prominence.

Identify the elements in the painting that DO NOT provide evidence for Americans' feelings toward the British during this time.

The angel represents the British navy's support of American trade with France, and the lighthouse represents the allegiance of some members of the American navy to the British.

Identify the northern fronts on which the United States won major victories during the War of 1812.

Detroit and Plattsburgh

Americans from the Northeast were particularly threatened by the British practice of "impressing" sailors and interfering with American shipping. Thus, they were among the most supportive of the war.

False

The British were dissatisfied with the Treaty of Ghent and sought to capture New Orleans to force a more favorable settlement

False

The Lewis and Clark expedition created conflict between the United States and Native Americans in the West, which discouraged Americans from settling the territory.

False

How did the War of 1812 influence American economic policy?

It led to the creation of a national bank, and businesses became supportive of tariffs.

What were NOT impacts of Jefferson's Embargo Act on the economy of the United States.

Jefferson developed a public works program to put Americans to work during the embargo, and the embargo caused an economic boom, as Americans kept their resources for themselves.

How did the conflict with Britain and France change the role of the federal government during Jefferson's administration?

Jefferson expanded the power of the federal government to avoid war with Britain and France.

Which of the following statements DO NOT describe the events involving the Barbary pirates during Jefferson's presidency?

Jefferson paid a hefty sum to a group of individuals known as the Barbary pirates so that they would secretly "impress" British sailors on behalf of the Americans, and the Barbary pirates were enslaved Africans aboard American slave ships who violently revolted amid the continued legality of the slave trade in the United States.

Which of the following statements accurately describe the events involving the Barbary pirates during Jefferson's presidency?

Jefferson ultimately eased tensions with the Barbary pirates by sending U.S. marines across the North African desert and paying a smaller tribute than previously demanded, and the Barbary pirates were North Africans who engaged in warfare with the United States after Jefferson proved unwilling to pay a high tribute to protect American ships.

How did the War of 1812 NOT Influence American economic policy?

Tariffs were eliminated to improve relations with New England, and the United States maintained a trade embargo with Britain to punish the New England states for their disloyalty.

The United States' desire to claim Canada and Florida contributed to the decision to declare war on Great Britain. What weren't reasons that caused the United States to not accomplish this goal?

President Madison was reluctant to fight a war so soon after the Revolution, American political leaders could not decide on a strategy for the war

How did the Republican party fare after Jefferson was reelected?

The party began to fragment into moderate and extreme camps, and Republicans controlled Congress.

Which of the following quotations best expresses the sentiment that the War of 1812 was the second war for independence?

The people "are more American; they feel and act more as a nation; and I hope that the permanency of the Union is thereby better secured."

What were NOT reasons the United States declared war on Great Britain in 1812?

To conquer British colonies in the Caribbean, and to protect the American slave trade across the Atlantic Ocean.

Why did the United States declare war on Great Britain in 1812?

To conquer Canada, and end the impressment of American sailors by the British navy.

Why did the United States take action against Great Britain during Jefferson's second term?

To protect the economic freedom of Americans

Why did the United States not take action against Great Britain during Jefferson's second term?

To stop attacks from the Barbary pirates, to support France's ability to trade with other countries, and to acquire territory in Europe.

Jefferson's Embargo Act and Madison's Non-Intercourse Act failed to encourage Britain and France to respect American neutrality.

True

Jefferson's display of Republican simplicity during his inauguration demonstrated his attempt to connect with the common man and set the tone for his presidency where he would work to overturn Federalist policies.

True

The British did not want a war with the United States to distract from their war with France, so in response to Madison's declaration of war, Great Britain attempted to avoid conflict with the United States by giving in to some of Madison's demands.

True

The Hartford Convention proposed constitutional amendments to limit Republican influence, including requiring a two-thirds supermajority to declare war.

True

The "war hawks" supported the war because of their desire to defend the young country's "national honor." Which battle most supported their claim that the independence of the young country was at stake?

Washington, D.C. (Fort McHenry)