The Early Republic and the Era of Good Feelings in American History

Professor Philip Travis discusses The Early Republic in American history, focusing on the period from Thomas Jefferson's presidency through the War of 1812 and the Era of Good Feelings under James Monroe. The lecture covers political changes, the collapse of the Federalist Party, and the War of 1812's impact, including its symbolic outcomes. The global context of the Napoleonic Wars and their influence on U.S. policies are also explored. Assignments include a quiz based on the lecture video, and extra credit opportunities are provided. The Louisiana Purchase and Jefferson's challenges are highlighted.

What period does the Early Republic cover in American history?

• From the signing of the Declaration of Independence to the War of 1812

• From the end of the Civil War to the beginning of World War I

• From the presidency of George Washington to the Civil War

• From the presidency of Thomas Jefferson through the War of 1812

Why was the Era of Good Feelings known as such?

• Because there was only one major political party

• Because it was a period of peace with Native Americans

• Because it marked the end of slavery

• Because it was a time of economic prosperity

Which political party collapsed during the War of 1812?

• The Green Party

• The Whig Party

• The Federalist Party

• The Democratic-Republicans

What was a significant factor that led to the War of 1812?

• The French invasion of the United States

• The impressment of American sailors by the British

• The United States' desire to expand into Canada

• The discovery of gold in California

How is the War of 1812 sometimes remembered?

• As the first American Civil War

• As a second American Revolution

• As the War of Northern Aggression

• As the Great War

Who wrote 'The Star-Spangled Banner' during the War of 1812?

• Francis Scott Key

• Andrew Jackson

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

What was a major outcome of the Louisiana Purchase?

• It caused the collapse of the Federalist Party

• It resulted in the independence of Canada

• It led to the War of 1812

• It doubled the size of the United States

Why did Napoleon sell the Louisiana territory to the United States?

• He was forced to by the British

• He wanted to strengthen ties with the United States

• He had no interest in the Americas

• He needed funds for his European campaigns

How did Thomas Jefferson deliver the State of the Union Address?

• He delivered it in person to Congress

• He broadcasted it on the radio

• He never delivered a State of the Union Address

• He wrote it and had it read in Congress

What was Thomas Jefferson's stance on federal power?

• He believed in a strong centralized government

• He advocated for a limited federal government

• He supported the expansion of federal power

• He had no clear stance on federal power