EOC Spot Check - Market Revolution

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The quotation from Supreme Court Chief Justice John Marshall's ruling on the supremacy of federal law in the case being reviewed, was expressed in

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McCulloch v. Maryland

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Based on the Supreme Court's decision in the quote, what principle regarding the powers of Congress and the states is being emphasized?

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The principle of implied powers allows Congress to establish a national bank, and states cannot interfere with federal laws enacted to execute constitutional powers.

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Which factor most contributed to the economic growth of New York City during the early 19th century? Options: The expansion of military installations. The establishment of extensive farming communities. The development of the Erie Canal. The discovery of gold mines in nearby areas.

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The development of the Erie Canal.

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What was the immediate impact of the development of the Erie Canal?

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It facilitated the movement of goods between the Great Lakes and the Atlantic Ocean, significantly boosting trade and commerce.

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What are the reasons for the differences in perspectives between Henry Clay and John C. Calhoun regarding the American System?

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Clay believed in promoting industrial growth through government intervention, while Calhoun believed in states' rights and minimal federal intervention.

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How would an individual from a Southern state likely agree or disagree with the perspectives presented in these quotes about the American System?

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They would likely disagree with Henry Clay, believing that the American System's tariffs unfairly benefit Northern industries at the expense of Southern agriculture.