Henry Clay and the American System

What was the main goal of Henry Clay's "American System"?

• To expand the United States territory

• To balance the country's farming, business, and industry

• To abolish slavery

• To promote international trade

Which of the following was NOT a part of the "American System"?

• A tariff to protect American businesses

• A national bank to support trade

• Federal money for roads and canals

• Free education for all citizens

Why was Henry Clay known as "The Great Compromiser"?

• For his role in the American Revolution

• For his work on the Missouri Compromise

• For his efforts to abolish slavery

• For his presidency of the United States

What was one of the outcomes of the Missouri Compromise?

• Missouri joined as a free state

• Slavery was banned in all new states

• New states joined the Union in pairs

• The Fugitive Slave Act was passed

What was a significant impact of the Compromise of 1850?

• It resolved the issue of slavery permanently

• It led to the Civil War becoming unavoidable

• It abolished the Fugitive Slave Act

• It allowed California to join as a slave state

What title did Henry Clay earn due to his ability to create compromises?

• The Great Negotiator

• The Great Politician

• The Great Compromiser

Henry Clay served as Secretary of State under which president?

• James Madison

• John Quincy Adams

• Andrew Jackson

Which compromise did Henry Clay forge that addressed the issue of slavery in 1820?

• The Missouri Compromise

• The Compromise of 1824

• The Compromise of 1850

What was one of Henry Clay's concerns regarding the Mexican-American War?

• It would create conflict over the issue of slavery.

• It would strengthen the economy.

• It would unite the country.