Bellringer
What was unusual about Andrew Jackson’s Inauguration? Why might he have been call the people’s president?
There was violence. The people loved him.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Age of Jackson ReviewDirections: Under each complete the phrase, answer the question, fill in the blank, or define the definition. Describe Jackson’s push and winning of the presidency:After losing the election of 1824 Jackson became a strong critic of John Quincy Adams were he pushed an aggressive program of fed spending for improvements and science. Jackson became a symbol of democracy by projecting himself as down to earth common man.Describe the Indian Removal Act:In 1830 Congress passed a Indian Removal Act which sought to peacefully get Indians to trade land in South for Land in the west. Tribes agreed many resisted which led to the Trial of Tears.Describe the Bank Crisis:Congress passed charter for Second bank of US in 1816. Jackson opposed because they saw it as being corrupt with special interest that favored the Rich. In 1832 Congress voted to renew charter but Jackson vetoed calling it unauthorized. Describe the reaction to Jackson’s policies:Bank reporters denounced Jackson and formed new political party known as Whigs.
Monday, February 8, 2010
Reform Movement ReviewDirections: Under each complete the phrase, answer the question, fill in the blank, or define the definition.Describe the expansionist movement:· In 1820’s Mexico Becomes Independent From Spain. Many Americans Look At It As An Opportunity To Take Land Such As New Mexico, Texas, And Cali.Describe Manifest Destiny and what people used it to justify:· The Manifest Destiny Was Referred To Belief That God Wanted US To Own All Of North America. The US Continued To Expand With People Moving Toward The West.Describe the Temperance Movement:· As The US Expanded The Crime Rate Went Up To. Temperance Means Drinking In Moderation Which Many Pushed For But Some Pushed For Prohibition.Describe the Abolition Movement:· With Growth Of Cotton Industry In Early 1800’s Slavery Also Grew. By Early 1800’s Many Opposed To Slavery Began To Speak Out Against It On Moral Grounds.Describe the Education Reform Movement:· Because There Was No Public Schools Many People Didn’t Go To School. Reformers Wanted To Start Public Schools System From Tax Money.Describe the Reform Movement for Women’s rights including the Seneca Falls Conference· Women Were Supposed To Influence And Make A Difference Privately.
BellRinger
What Is Grimke's Main Argument In Support Of Womens Rights?
Like The Rights Of Slaves, Need Only Be Examined To Be Understood And Asserted, Even By Some Of Those, Who Are Now Endeavouring To Smother The Irrepressible Desire For Mental And Spiritual Freedom Which Glows In The Breast Of Many.
BellRinger
What Is Grimke's Main Argument In Support Of Womens Rights?
Like The Rights Of Slaves, Need Only Be Examined To Be Understood And Asserted, Even By Some Of Those, Who Are Now Endeavouring To Smother The Irrepressible Desire For Mental And Spiritual Freedom Which Glows In The Breast Of Many.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
War of 1812 ReviewWar of 1812 Review
Directions: Under each complete the phrase, answer the question, fill in the blank, or define the definition.
How does the US become involved in the war between GB and the French?
The U.S. participated in the war by re-exporting trade by picking up goods in the West Indies, taking them to the U.S., and then shipping them to France to circumvent British Shipping Restrictions.
Impressments- doing businesses with sailors threatened the U.S. economy.
What initial action does Jefferson take in war between GB and France to protect the US?
Jefferson persuaded Congress to declare and embargo or suspending of trade by ordering ships to stay in port.
Describe the Congressional Action that pushes the US to war:
Congress passes bills meant to resume trade with GB and France, but also pledged that if either recognized U.S. neutrality, the U.S. would resume trading sanctions with the other.
What does Madison ask Congress to do?
He urges Congress to declare war on Great Britain.
Describe the initial actions of the US in the War of 1812:
The United States goes to war wit world power.
Describe US action along fronts other than the Canadian:
The U.S. captured several British ships, and the U.S. defeated British supported Indians within its own territory.
What happens in the War when GB’s war with Napoleon ends?
When Great Britain’s war with Napoleon ended, troops became free to fight in North America, and British went on offensive.
Describe the end of the war including the writing of the star spangled banner:
The Americas fought better on defensive defeating British. The British burned the White House and Capital for arson but suffered defeat when moved to Baltimore. The Star Spangled Banner was written was written by Scott Keys on a hill across from the battle.
What battle makes Jackson a hero?
The Battle of New Orleans makes Jackson a hero.
Directions: Under each complete the phrase, answer the question, fill in the blank, or define the definition.
How does the US become involved in the war between GB and the French?
The U.S. participated in the war by re-exporting trade by picking up goods in the West Indies, taking them to the U.S., and then shipping them to France to circumvent British Shipping Restrictions.
Impressments- doing businesses with sailors threatened the U.S. economy.
What initial action does Jefferson take in war between GB and France to protect the US?
Jefferson persuaded Congress to declare and embargo or suspending of trade by ordering ships to stay in port.
Describe the Congressional Action that pushes the US to war:
Congress passes bills meant to resume trade with GB and France, but also pledged that if either recognized U.S. neutrality, the U.S. would resume trading sanctions with the other.
What does Madison ask Congress to do?
He urges Congress to declare war on Great Britain.
Describe the initial actions of the US in the War of 1812:
The United States goes to war wit world power.
Describe US action along fronts other than the Canadian:
The U.S. captured several British ships, and the U.S. defeated British supported Indians within its own territory.
What happens in the War when GB’s war with Napoleon ends?
When Great Britain’s war with Napoleon ended, troops became free to fight in North America, and British went on offensive.
Describe the end of the war including the writing of the star spangled banner:
The Americas fought better on defensive defeating British. The British burned the White House and Capital for arson but suffered defeat when moved to Baltimore. The Star Spangled Banner was written was written by Scott Keys on a hill across from the battle.
What battle makes Jackson a hero?
The Battle of New Orleans makes Jackson a hero.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Territorial Expansion Review
Territorial Expansion Review
Directions: Under each complete the phrase, answer the question, fill in the blank, or define the definition.
Describe the Northwest Ordinance:
Provides gov for western Territories based on Jefferson ideals.
Describe Jefferson’s plan to expand the US:
Wanted to expand Pacific even though Indians were already there. At first he thought it would be easy to conquer the territory to the west but in 1801 France took over the territory
Describe the Louisiana Purchase:
Jefferson thought that he could buy territory from Napoleon. Napoleon then agrees to sell territories in 1803 Louisiana Purchase including New Orleans.
Describe the Lewis and Clark Expedition:
Describe the Monroe Doctrine:
The Monroe Doctrine formulated saying Europe should not become involved in Latin American affairs.
Directions: Under each complete the phrase, answer the question, fill in the blank, or define the definition.
Describe the Northwest Ordinance:
Provides gov for western Territories based on Jefferson ideals.
Describe Jefferson’s plan to expand the US:
Wanted to expand Pacific even though Indians were already there. At first he thought it would be easy to conquer the territory to the west but in 1801 France took over the territory
Describe the Louisiana Purchase:
Jefferson thought that he could buy territory from Napoleon. Napoleon then agrees to sell territories in 1803 Louisiana Purchase including New Orleans.
Describe the Lewis and Clark Expedition:
Describe the Monroe Doctrine:
The Monroe Doctrine formulated saying Europe should not become involved in Latin American affairs.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
BellRinger&Three Branches Government
Bell Ringer
( also yesterdays )
What was the purpose of this letter? Why were people so excited to see Washington?
Ø It was an official at the inauguration described the ceremony in a letter to his wife. Because he was the President and people loves him.
According to Red Jacket how was native Americans treated in the peace treaty of 1783? What effect did this have on U.S relations with Native Americans.
Ø No respect, he did not show them no compassion, and didn’t mention them. It brought peace among all the western nations.
Congress
Makes Laws
House of Representatives (435 members)
1. Length of office 2 years
2. 25 years of age.
3. Only can post tax laws
4. House of Representatives
Senate (100 Members)
5. 6 years
6. 30 years old to be elected
7. The senate approves all appointments
8. The senate approves all treaties
9. the senate has the power to try all impeachments.
Both Together
10. congress has law matching power
11. congress has the power to declare war
12. can override the presidents veto.
13. congress can propose amendments.
Executive
President, Vice President, Cabinet
Enforce Laws
14. 4 years
15. have to be 35 years old
16. the president can approve or veto laws
17. the president makes the treaties
18. the presi
( also yesterdays )
What was the purpose of this letter? Why were people so excited to see Washington?
Ø It was an official at the inauguration described the ceremony in a letter to his wife. Because he was the President and people loves him.
According to Red Jacket how was native Americans treated in the peace treaty of 1783? What effect did this have on U.S relations with Native Americans.
Ø No respect, he did not show them no compassion, and didn’t mention them. It brought peace among all the western nations.
Congress
Makes Laws
House of Representatives (435 members)
1. Length of office 2 years
2. 25 years of age.
3. Only can post tax laws
4. House of Representatives
Senate (100 Members)
5. 6 years
6. 30 years old to be elected
7. The senate approves all appointments
8. The senate approves all treaties
9. the senate has the power to try all impeachments.
Both Together
10. congress has law matching power
11. congress has the power to declare war
12. can override the presidents veto.
13. congress can propose amendments.
Executive
President, Vice President, Cabinet
Enforce Laws
14. 4 years
15. have to be 35 years old
16. the president can approve or veto laws
17. the president makes the treaties
18. the presi
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