Quizizz Review - Mod 9 (A New National Identity)

Which of the following best describes the Era of Good Feelings?

• Intense political strife and bitter partisan divisions.

• A period of strong national unity, economic growth, and reduced political conflict.

• Widespread social unrest and numerous violent rebellions.

• A decline in American nationalism and an increase in sectionalism.

What river connected the Erie Canal with the Atlantic Ocean?

• Cumberland

• Ohio

• Mississippi

• Hudson

What cabinet position was Henry Clay given by the new president in 1825?

• Secretary of State

• Speaker of the House

• Secretary of War

• Secretary of the Treasury

Why did the presidential election of 1824 cause controversy?

• the president was chosen by the Senate

• President Adams was soon convicted for corruption

• Adams was accused of making a corrupt bargain with Henry Clay

• Henry Clay had made secret agreements with Andrew Jackson

Which of the following was not one of the key parts of the American System?

• a ban on Slavery in all new territories

• establishing tariffs

• transportation improvements

• establishing a national bank

Which statement is true about the Era of Good Feelings?

• James Monroe declared war on the European nations of Russia, Prussia, and Germany.

• The Federalist party held majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate.

• Andrew Jackson became president of the United States.

• There was political unity within the nation.

The primary goal of building the National Road was to...

• establish a direct route to the Pacific Coast

• connect the eastern states with the Northwest territory, making trade and settlement easier

• create a scenic route for wealthy travelers and tourists

• provide a secure route for transporting enslaved people to the South

A major outcome of the Adams-Onís Treaty was that the United States acquired...

• Louisiana

• Texas

• Florida

• Missouri

Which of the following describes the goal of the Monroe Doctrine?

• To establish free trade agreements with European nations.

• To encourage European colonization of South America.

• To warn European powers against establishing colonies in the Americas.

• To form a military alliance with European nations against Russia.

Which statement about the election of 1824 is true?

• Most people did not think a military leader could be a good political leader.

• The winner of the popular vote did not have enough electoral votes to win the election.

• The legislature appealed to the Supreme Court to decide the election.

• Many people based their votes on their opinions about slavery.