American History Final Review

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How did John Locke’s Social Contract contribute to the development of the American political system? “We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed, by their CREATOR, with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.” -from the Declaration of Independence

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John Locke’s Social Contract about people having natural rights was used in the development of the Declaration of Independence and formed the foundation of American democracy.

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British taxes on the American colonists, such as the Stamp Act and the Sugar Act, passed with what intention?

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To help repay the British debts accrued during the French and Indian War

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How did the Monroe Doctrine influence the foreign policy of the United States?

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While the United States followed an isolationist policy regarding European affairs, the United States established itself as a protective power over the Western Hemisphere.

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How did the Missouri Compromise impact the distribution of political power?

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The acquisition of new territory led to a power struggle between free states and slave states. To keep political balance, a compromise was developed by the federal government.

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How did religious movements influence society in the 1830's and 1840's?

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Religious fervor inspired more believers to improve society.

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How did the Emancipation Proclamation affect the distribution of power between the federal and state governments?

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The Emancipation Proclamation demonstrated federal authority over the states because it allowed the federal government to free enslaved people in rebellious states.

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In their plans for Reconstruction, both President Abraham Lincoln and President Andrew Johnson sought to

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Allow the Southern States to reenter the nation quickly and efficiently

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How did the Civil War affect politics in the United States?

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In order to accelerate the end of the war, politicians worked to develop legislation that would bring an end to slavery and weaken the Confederacy.

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How would Du Bois respond to the ideas and compromises desired by Booker T. Washington in advancing rights and equality for African-Americans?

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Du Bois would disagree with Washington because Du Bois believed that focusing on job skills would keep the status quo, while education of even a few would strengthen the larger majority.

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Which answer best explains how Plessy v. Ferguson was a turning point in United States history?

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The case upheld the constitutionality of racial segregation under the “separate but equal” doctrine, allowing African Americans to be seen and treated as inferior.