Political Developments Post-War of 1812

Mrs. Blanchard's lecture covers the aftermath of the War of 1812, focusing on the rise of nationalism and the Era of Good Feelings. It discusses the political changes during Monroe's presidency, the decline of the Federalist Party, and the emergence of new leaders like Henry Clay, John C. Calhoun, and Daniel Webster. The lecture also explains Henry Clay's American System, which aimed to stabilize the economy through a national bank, protective tariffs, and infrastructure development. The impact of these policies on different regions of the U.S. is also explored.

What was a major outcome of the War of 1812 for the United States?

• Territorial expansion

• Economic recession

• Increased diplomatic ties

• Rise of nationalism

Which political party saw its decline after the War of 1812?

• Democratic-Republican Party

• Federalist Party

• Whig Party

• Libertarian Party

Who was the last president of the Virginia dynasty?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Quincy Adams

• James Madison

• James Monroe

What was one of James Monroe's strategies to promote national unity?

• Appointing Democrats and former Federalists

• Focusing solely on northern interests

• Ignoring foreign affairs

• Appointing only Democratic-Republicans

What was a key component of Henry Clay's American System?

• Abolition of tariffs

• Creation of a national university

• Establishment of the Second Bank of the United States

• Expansion of the military

Which tariff was introduced to promote U.S. industry as part of the American System?

• Tariff of 1807

• Tariff of 1816

• Tariff of 1828

• Tariff of 1832

How did the American System benefit the Western United States?

• By increasing cotton production

• By providing a transportation system

• By reducing taxes

• By establishing new banks

What was a significant challenge faced by the Southern economy during the Era of Good Feelings?

• Over-reliance on cotton

• Decline in agricultural output

• High tariffs on manufactured goods

• Lack of transportation infrastructure

Which political ideology began to rise after the War of 1812?

• Federalism

• Nationalism

• Isolationism

• Anarchism

What was a major reason for the shift in political ideologies post-War of 1812?

• The rise of new political parties

• The decline of the Democratic-Republican Party

• The economic boom in the South

• The influence of European politics