Early Republic and Causes of the War of 1812

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Why did Alexander Hamilton think a national bank would strengthen the central government?

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The bank would help provide stability for the U.S. economy.

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This list provides examples of —​ ​

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domestic issues faced by the leaders/presidents of the new republic

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George Washington set many examples for our future American Presidents to follow, these are also known as __________.

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Precedents

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Which of the following best completes the diagram above? Boston Tea Party, War of 1812, American Revolution, Civil War

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War of 1812

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Rather than going to war, Jefferson imposed the _____________ Act of 1807 on trade to protect cargo ships from attack. This meant no more trading with Europe until they stopped impressment.

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Embargo

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The British blockades during the War of 1812 resulted in America’s __________________________.

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Domestic Industrial production

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The Sedition Act of 1798 claimed people could not publish criticism of the Congress or the President. This is a violation of ________________.

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1st Amendment

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Which success of Thomas Jefferson is reflected by the unorganized territory of the United States? Options: Britain signed a treaty creating new borders, France sold the territory of Louisiana to the U.S. for $15 million dollars, Native Americans re-conquered their lands during Jefferson's presidency, Slaves rebelled and took over the Southern plantations

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France sold the territory of Louisiana to the U.S. for $15 million dollars

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John Adams and the Federalists became unsuccessful and unpopular after the passing of the _______________.

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Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798

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When the French agents demanded a bribe to sit down and talk peace with American diplomats, this caused outrage within the American people. John Adams was also criticized and European immigrants were looked at as threats and spies. This event was known as the ______________.

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