Social Studies Semester 2 Exam (1-33)

Question 1

This system proposed high tariffs and a federal program of public works. The way it was supposed to work was that high tariffs would fund the building of infrastructure across the South and West which would then benefit all of America in decreased prices of goods.

Answer 1

Clays American System

Question 2

During what period did a new generation of ministers challenge some traditionally held religious views, sparking social change?

Answer 2

The Second Great Awakening

Question 3

What new way of thinking was beginning to be taught by American Protestants during the Age of Jackson?

Answer 3

A person’s own actions determined their salvation

Question 4

Which early preacher began the popular custom of holding outdoor revivals?

Answer 4

Charles Finney

Question 5

During what time period did revivals become popular in the US?

Answer 5

1820s

Question 6

What was the purpose of early revivals?

Answer 6

To convert sinners and urge people to come back to theirselves

Question 7

How did this second religious movement influence reform movements in society?

Answer 7

If they could improve themselves, they could improve society

Question 8

What cabinet position under President George Washington did Alexander Hamilton occupy?

Answer 8

Treasury

Question 9

What cabinet position under President George Washington did Thomas Jefferson occupy?

Answer 9

Secretary of State

Question 10

What are the 3 components of Alexander Hamiliton’s financial plan to get the US on the right track economically?

Answer 10

Federal government pays off war debts, form a national bank and paper money, and impose tariffs on imported goods

Question 11

You are in favor of diplomatic and trade relations with France, believe the Constitution should be interpreted strictly, and oppose the creation of a national bank.
What political party should you join?

Answer 11

Democratic Republican

Question 12

You emphasize manufacturing, shipping, and trade, believe wealthy and educated people should be political leaders, and were in favor of trade and diplomatic relations with Britain.
What political party should you join?

Answer 12

Federalist

Question 13

Which of these is one of the major points George Washington made in his Farewell Address?

Answer 13

Do not get involved in war affairs

Question 14

What was the law called that increased the duration from 5 to 14 years that a person had to live in the US to become citizens and also gave the President the power to deport or imprison any alien he considered dangerous?

Answer 14

Alien Act

Question 15

What was the scandal from John Adams’ presidency that involved the French requesting bribes to agree to discontinue attacking American ships?

Answer 15

XYZ Affair

Question 16

What were the two states that passed resolutions that ultimately undermined federal authority over state governments?

Answer 16

Virginia and Kentucky

Question 17

Which of the first four United States Presidents was able to drastically reduce the national debr during his time in office?

Answer 17

Thomas Jefferson

Question 18

What event ultimately caused Napoleon to sell the Louisiana Territory to the United States?

Answer 18

Haitian Revolution

Question 19

Which international conflict resulted in the frequent impressment of American seamen?

Answer 19

Napoleonic Wars

Question 20

The Bank of the United States was modeled on the Bank of England and held what institutional responsibilities?

Answer 20

It acts as the nations central financial institution and operates branches in the different parts of the country

Question 21

What argument did Thomas jefferson make against the creation of Hamilton’s Bank of the United States?

Answer 21

The constitution does not give the power to the federal government to set up a bank

Question 22

With what argument did Alexander Hamilton counter Jefferson’s arguments against establishing the Bank of the United States?

Answer 22

The constitution had implied powers to do what is has to do to run the country (know to run the country and constitution)

Question 23

Because of the diplomatic problems between the United States and France during John Adams’ term as President of the United States, what laws were passed that gave the president the power to kick foreigners out of the country during wartime and strongly infringed on the first amendment right of freedom of speech?

Answer 23

Alien and Sedition Acts

Question 24

What famous American was killed at the Canadian Battle of the Thames during the War of 1812?

Answer 24

Tecumseh

Question 25

What treaty ended the War of 1812?

Answer 25

The Treaty of Ghent

Question 26

What nickname were given to men like John C. Calhoun and Henry Clay before the War of 1812?

Answer 26

Warhawk

Question 27

What law was adopted under Thomas Jefferson’s administration and led to an economic disaster, with American exports falling to one-fifth their former volume?

Answer 27

Embargo Act

Question 28

Which of the following laws was passed in response to the economic issues caused by the Embargo Act?

Answer 28

Non-Intercourse Act (no trading with France or Britain)

Question 29

Why is the War of 1812 the best war in American History?

Answer 29

It is informative (Mrs.Murphys favorite War)

Question 30

Which of the following were NOT in favor of declaring war during the year 1812?

Answer 30

New England and New York (middle colony)

Question 31

Which future President of the United States was instrumental in driving the British out of the city of Detroit and the surrounding region?

Answer 31

William Henry Harrison

Question 32

Which of the following was a factor in the British accepting the treaty ending the War of 1812?

Answer 32

The British were poor from the Napoleanic Wars

Question 33

One question got deleted which is why its 32

Answer 33

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