Flash Cards: The Cotton Revolution

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How did Eli Whitney's invention contribute to the expansion of slavery in the South?

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It increased the demand for cotton, thus increasing the need for slave labor.

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What was the significance of the Petit Gulf cotton strain in the Cotton Revolution?

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It was a strain of cotton that increased productivity and profitability.

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Explain the connection between Indian Removal and the expansion of cotton production.

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Indian Removal led to the expansion of cotton production by providing more land for cultivation.

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How did the rise of cotton production impact the Southern urban landscape?

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It resulted in the growth of urban areas due to increased trade and industry.

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What role did steamboats play in facilitating the cotton trade?

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They provided faster transportation for cotton to markets.

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What were the primary fears of Southern enslavers regarding the large enslaved population?

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Rebellion and uprisings from the enslaved population

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How did the internal slave trade affect enslaved families?

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It often separated families, causing emotional and physical distress.

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What is the concept of "honor" in the Southern social context?

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A sense of personal integrity and reputation

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Religion played a role in the justification and perpetuation of slavery by:

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Providing moral and ethical support for slavery

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Analyze the ways in which the Cotton Revolution transformed the American South, examining its impact on the economy, society, and culture.

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The Cotton Revolution increased the demand for slave labor, leading to economic growth and societal changes.