History Unit 2 Test Flashcards
Spirit of Jefferson Summary
-Emphasizes the importance of Thomas Jefferson and the Declaration of Independence
-Mentions Jefferson’s role in drafting the Declaration and the idea it represented.
-Highlights Jefferson’s talents
-Encourages new American citizens, to appreciate the nation’s history and values.
9/11 article Summary
-Talks about the events of September 11, 2001
- Discusses the experiences of government officials in an underground bunker called the PEOC beneath the White House.
-Tried figuring out what was happening and how to protect the country during the 9/11 attacks.
-Mentions the bravery of fighter pilots who were ready to stop one of the hijacked planes, Flight 93, even if it meant risking their lives.
Winthrop Article Summary
America has a unique role in God’s plan and sets an example of virtue for the world.
What did Winthrop mean that America was a “city upon a hill”?
-Winthrop meant that America would be like a highly visible city on a hill for all to see.
-If the people in America didn’t stay true to their beliefs and acted wrongly, others would criticize them.
-They might lose favor with God and face challenges in their new land.
America lyrics Summary
It’s about people coming to America from different parts of the world in search of freedom and a better life.
How does this song describe the “American Dream”?
The song describes the “American Dream” as a journey to a place of freedom and hope, where people from around the world come to find a better life and pursue their dreams.
Reagan’s Farewell Speech Summary
-He thanks everyone for the chance to serve and talks about what he’s done.
-He emphasizes the importance of teaching American history and values.
-He describes America as a “shining city upon a hill,” and welcomes everyone who loves freedom.
How does his speech describe the “American Dream”?
He believes the American Dream is about freedom, values, and hope.
Name one Native American tribe and list 3 characteristics that made them unique. Study the tribe you researched.
The Sioux Tribe-
-The Sioux lived in portable teepees constructed with long wooden poles and covered in bison hides.
-The Sioux tribe was migratory.
-The Sioux ate wild game like buffalo, deer, elk, and small game animals.
Pick a founding father & explain what they did during the revolution or to help the founding of America?
James Madison wrote the outline of the constitution and helped organize the Constitution Convention.
Pick another founding father & explain what they did during the revolution or to help the founding of America?
Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence and was the 3rd US President.
What reasons did people have for coming to America?
People came to America for various reasons, including economic opportunities, religious freedom, political freedom, and to escape difficult lives in their home countries.
How did the colonists want their lives to be different compared to their lives in England, in other words, why did they move to the colonies?
People from England came to the colonies because they wanted a better life. They wanted freedom, more money, have the ability to practice their religion, and escape problems in their home country.
What were the reasons that the colonists wanted to revolt?
The colonists wanted to revolt because they were unhappy with several things. They didn’t like the British government telling them what to do from far away. They also felt they were being taxed too much without having a say in it. The British soldiers could do whatever they wanted, and the justice system was unfair. So, they decided to fight for their freedom.
