Chapter 7: Founding a Nation (1783-1791)

Question 1

Treaty of Paris (1783)

Answer 1

Officially ended the Revolutionary War, recognizing U.S. independence.

Question 2

Expansion of U.S. territory

Answer 2

Land extended to the Mississippi River, creating new settlement opportunities.

Question 3

Economic struggles post-war

Answer 3

Inflation, debt, and lack of centralized economic policy created instability.

Question 4

Calls for stronger government

Answer 4

Weaknesses in the Articles of Confederation led to discussions of reform.

Question 5

Political divisions emerge .

Answer 5

Federalists favored strong national government; Anti-Federalists wanted state power