Social Studies Review

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What were the causes of the War of 1812?

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Causes included British attempts to restrict U.S. trade, impressment of American sailors, and America’s desire to expand its territory.

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Which region of the United States became industrialized due to the factory system?

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The North became industrialized due to the factory system, immigration, and overpopulation of cities.

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What was a significant benefit of Edison's phonograph?

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It led to the development of the recording industry, which is a benefit of scientific discoveries in communication.

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What was a significant benefit of Fulton's steamboat?

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It allowed for faster movement of goods on the water, which is a benefit of scientific discoveries in transportation.

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What job opportunities did most immigrants find in the 1800s in the United States?

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Many found factory jobs in the North.

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Define 'impressment' in the context of the War of 1812.

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Impressment refers to the British practice of forcing American sailors into their navy.

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What was the Louisiana Purchase?

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The Louisiana Purchase was a land deal in 1803 where the U.S. acquired territory from France, significantly expanding its size.

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What role did immigration play in the industrialization of the North?

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Immigration provided a labor force that was essential for the growth of factories and industries in the North.

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What is the factory system?

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The factory system is a method of manufacturing that uses machinery and division of labor to produce goods more efficiently.

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What was one reason for America's desire to expand its territory in the 1800s?

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One reason was the belief in Manifest Destiny, the idea that Americans were destined to expand across the continent.