8.4.3 Across Five Aprils

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What does the term 'lapse' mean?

Back

A pause or break in an otherwise continuous activity.

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What is a 'tariff'?

Back

A tax on a foreign product imported into a country.

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What does the term 'tremulous' mean?

Back

Shaky, timid, nervous.

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What is an 'abolitionist'?

Back

A person who acts to get rid of something, especially slavery.

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What does 'reckoning' refer to?

Back

A time when a person’s actions are judged as good or bad.

Front

What is the significance of slavery in the context of the Constitution?

Back

Slavery was supported by the founders of the Constitution, leading to debates about its protection.

Front

How did tariffs affect American consumers?

Back

Tariffs made foreign products more expensive, encouraging consumers to buy American-made goods.

Front

What is the impact of a 'lapse' in a person's actions?

Back

It can lead to a break in their continuous behavior or performance.

Front

What does it mean to be 'tremulous' in a situation?

Back

It indicates a state of nervousness or fear, often leading to shaky behavior.

Front

What role did abolitionists play in American history?

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Abolitionists fought against slavery and sought to end the practice.