Madison, Monroe & John Q. Adams Review Sheet

What were the three main causes of the War of 1812?

• Impressment of American sailors, trade restrictions due to Britain's ongoing war with France, and America's desire to expand its territory.

• The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the rise of nationalism, and the formation of military alliances.

• The attack on Pearl Harbor, the rise of fascism, and the invasion of Poland.

• The fall of the Berlin Wall, the dissolution of the Soviet Union, and the end of the Cold War.

What did the Monroe Doctrine state about European colonization?

• European colonization was encouraged in the Americas.

• European colonization was opposed in the Americas.

• European colonization was ignored in the Americas.

• European colonization was supported in the Americas.

What feelings followed the War of 1812 during the Era of Good Feeling?

• Optimism and national unity

• Despair and division

• Fear and uncertainty

• Isolation and indifference

What was Spanish Florida harboring (hiding)?

• Native American artifacts and relics
• Spanish soldiers and settlers
• Runaway slaves and fugitives

• The Fountain of Youth and gold

Eli Whitney is best known for his invention of the _______.

• Cotton gin

• Steam engine

• Telegraph

• Light bulb

The Missouri Compromise was:

• an agreement passed in 1820 between pro-slavery and anti-slavery factions in the United States Congress, involving primarily the regulation of slavery in the western territories.

• a treaty between the United States and Native American tribes to establish territorial boundaries.

• a financial agreement between the state of Missouri and the federal government to fund infrastructure projects.

• a compromise between the northern and southern states to equally distribute federal taxes.

The main economic activities in the West according to U.S. Regional Economies are:

• Technology and entertainment

• Agriculture and manufacturing

• Finance and tourism

• Mining and fishing

The main economic activities in the South according to U.S. Regional Economies are:

• Agriculture and manufacturing

• Technology and finance

• Tourism and entertainment

• Mining and fishing

How many terms did John Q. Adams serve as President?

• 2
• 4
• 3
• 1

What were the improvements in transportation during this period?

• Introduction of steam engines

• Development of electric trains

• Expansion of road networks

• All of the above