Chapter 9 Section 3 Flashcards
Which Shawnee leader worked to form a confederacy of Native American tribes in the early 1800s and why?
Tecumseh worked to form a confederacy to protect the traditional way of life and to keep lands from being sold to the United States.
How did the war between Britain and France affect American shipping?
Both Britain and France tried to block American ships from entering enemy ports.
Why did the United States declare war on Great Britain in the War of 1812?
The British seized American ships and forced sailors to serve on British vessels, a practice called impressment.
How did the War of 1812 end?
The War of 1812 ended when both sides signed the Treaty of Ghent. The treaty did not specify a winner
What policy did President Jefferson follow when war broke out between Britain and France?
President Jefferson’s policy was for the United States to remain neutral and not form alliances.
How did the Embargo Act of 1807 affect Americans?
The Embargo Act stopped most of the trade between America and other countries, resulting in an economic slump. New England was hit especially hard because farmers could not ship their crops and merchants were cut off from the European trade that accounted for much of their business. In addition, the US Treasury’s income dropped because of the lost customs.
What foreign actions tested Jefferson’s policy of neutrality?
The war between Britain and France tested Jefferson’s policy of neutrality because both sides interfered with U.S. merchants who tried to provide supplies to the other side. Additionally, the British practiced impressment, and France threatened to seize ships trading with the British.
What was Tecumseh’s plan, and how did he hope to accomplish it?
Tecumseh planned to unite Native American tribes against the Americans by visiting and negotiating with the tribes in the United States and Canada. He believed a confederacy of tribes could stop the takeover of Native American land.
Why were Americans divided over fighting the War of 1812?
The War Hawks favored the war, in part because they thought the British and Native Americans were working together to resist westward expansion. New England farmers and merchants, on the other hand, worried that the war would hurt them economically.
What happened because news of the Treaty of Ghent didn’t arrive immediately?
Because of the time it took for news of the Treaty of Ghent to reach the United States, British and American troops engaged in battle in New Orleans after peace had already been negotiated.
Do you think Americans were justified in their belief that they had won the war? Explain why or why not.
be prepared to respond and support your answer with details
What purpose did the Non-Importation Act serve?
It banned British imports.
What was the United States’ initial involvement in the conflict between Britain and France?
American merchants provided weapons and provisions to Britain and France.
What were the terms of the Treaty of Fort Wayne?
Native Americans would sell 2.9 million acres of land to the US for less than a penny per acre.
Which event took place at Prophetstown?
the Battle of Tippecanoe
