What significant principle was established by the Supreme Court's ruling in Marbury v. Madison regarding the relationship between federal laws and the Constitution?

The Supreme Court can invalidate federal laws that conflict with the Constitution.

Northerners understood that abolishing slavery would shatter the economic base of the South

Northerners relied on the products of slavery as much as Southerners relied on the institution itself

The principle of the Three-Fifths Compromise was that

three-fifths of the slaves would be counted in determining each states representation and share the direct federal taxes

How did the publication of the pamphlet Common Sense impact the American colonists?

It encouraged colonists to go to war and declare independence from Britain.

Which was a strategic advantage Great Britain had in the Revolutionary War? Options: Isolate New England, Fighting on foreign soil, Long sea lines of communication, Fighting concurrently with the French

Long sea lines of communication

How did Madison hope to defeat Great Britain in the war of 1812?

He hoped to distract Great Britain from their war with France, allowing the French time to regroup and gain a tactical advantage in Europe.

Why did the Antifederalists oppose the Constitution originally?

They thought it gave too much power to the national government.

Which was NOT one of the problems faced by the Congress under the Articles of Confederation? Options: British flooding the U.S. market with cheap goods, British stationing troops on the frontier, Inflation and falling farm prices.

France threatening American colonists on the Mississippi River

How did the Embargo Act of 1807 affect American trade and public sentiment during Jefferson's presidency?

It led to widespread economic hardship and was met with considerable opposition.

The goal of the Lewis & Clark Expedition was to...

explore the northern portion of the Louisiana Purchase & go to the Pacific Ocean

Which describes an effect of the Revolution on slavery?

In 1783, Massachusetts became the first state to abolish slavery

Why did Jefferson have such great admiration for the small, self-sufficient farmers he called yeoman farmers?

He saw them as the ideal citizens as far as a functioning democracy goes.

In the end, Jefferson justified the purchase of the Louisiana by

bowing to "the good sense of the country" which seemed to demand the acquisition despite constitutional difficulties.

How did the ideological conflicts stemming from the French Revolution influence American political factions during the late 18th century?

Deepen the ideological divide between Federalists and Democratic-Republicans.

What was an important outcome of the battle of Trenton?

The American victory boosted morale among the colonists.

Which of the following developments regarding slavery occurred in the aftermath of the American Revolution? The Southern states implemented laws to strengthen the institution of slavery., All states adopted immediate measures to abolish slavery completely., Northern states began to pass gradual emancipation laws while restrictions on slave importation were enacted., The federal government mandated the return of escaped slaves to their owners.

Northern states began to pass gradual emancipation laws while restrictions on slave importation were enacted.

In what way was use of the press critically important in America's fight for independence?

It provided the opportunity for many people to understand the issues.

On December 24, 1814, The Treaty of Ghent was signed between the U.S. and Great Britain, ending the War of 1812. Which statement BEST describes the outcome of the War of 1812?

Both sides agreed to return things to the way they were before the war.

Which of the following was not a belief held by Jefferson and his followers? The ordinary farmer-citizen could, if properly educated, be trusted to govern through elected representatives, Urban people posed a danger to a republic because they could easily become a lawless mob, The best citizen was one who tilled his own soil, Commercial activity was a danger to the republic

Commercial activity was a danger to the republic

In Marbury v. Madison, chief justice John Marshall cleverly established the power of the Supreme Court to

invalidate federal laws held to be in conflict with the constitution

The new central government will survive if the wealthiest people support it. Options: France is the most important ally of the United States. A large national debt risks the future of the common people. Aristocracy is a greater threat than anarchy.

A large national debt risks the future of the common people.

The battles of Trenton and Princeton in December 1776 were important because

the american army's morale was boosted after a series of defeats

Jefferson's policy toward the Barbary pirates included...

Sending the U.S. Navy to deal with the problem

The XYZ Affair resulted in

the creation of a navy department and military appropriations to pursue the federalist demands for war with france

The War Hawks called for war against Great Britain because they wanted to defend the national honor and save the republic from British domination.

wanted to defend the national honor and save the republic from British domination.

Which of the following powers did Marshall assert the Supreme Court had in Marbury v. Madison? Options: the power to make laws, the power to declare laws unconstitutional, the power to give out federal jobs

the power to declare laws unconstitutional

The French Revolution and the ensuing war between France and Great Britain tended to

widen the split between american political parties

What rationale did Jefferson use to address the constitutional concerns surrounding the Louisiana Purchase?

Arguing that the purchase was essential for national security and economic growth.

Which of the following terms was not part of the 1783 Treaty of Paris? Options: Britain agreed to remove troops from U.S. territory, The importation of slaves was banned, The borders of the U.S. were established, The U.S. agreed to pay existing debts owed to England

The importation of slaves was banned

For James Madison, why would a large republic be preferable to a small one when it came to upholding liberty?

A large republic has a greater diversity of interests that would be forced to cooperate and compromise resulting in greater moderation and tolerance.

What was one significant consequence of the ongoing conflict between France and England for the United States during the early 1800s?

Increased American agricultural exports to Europe.

What ideological conflict arose for American leaders regarding slavery in the years following the Revolutionary War?

The belief that slavery was incompatible with the principles of liberty and equality espoused in the Declaration of Independence.

The Great Compromise resolved the impasse between which of the following two groups? Large and small states regarding representation, Northern and Southern states regarding representation

Large and small states regarding representation

What was Alexander Hamilton's goal for his economic policy when he served as secretary of the treasury?

To establish the nation's credit

Which diplomatic maneuver by American negotiators at the Peace of Paris helped secure advantageous terms for the United States?

Promising to limit westward expansion in exchange for independence

Which of the following was a significant British military strength during the early stages of the American Revolution in 1776? - Superior naval power allowing for blockades and troop movements. - Access to advanced weaponry and technology. - A unified command structure with experienced generals. - A well-established network of alliances with Native American tribes.

Superior naval power allowing for blockades and troop movements.

What tactic did the British employ to weaken American morale and resources during the War of 1812? Options: Launching a surprise attack on Washington, D.C., Establishing trade agreements with Native American tribes, Conducting a series of raids on American coastal towns, Implementing a comprehensive land invasion of New England

Conducting a series of raids on American coastal towns

How did the Second Continental Congress respond to the Battles of Lexington and Concord?

It organized the Continental Army.

What common belief among Americans helped bridge the sectional divides during the early years of the nation?

The conviction that all men are created equal and entitled to liberty.

Which of the following best describes a major advantage of American patriots in the revolutionary war? Control of seaports and coastal areas, Ample financial resources

Control of seaports and coastal areas

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What was a significant outcome of the American victories at Trenton and Princeton in early 1777?

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The American army's morale was significantly enhanced following previous losses.

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What was a significant deviation from Congress's directives by American diplomats during the negotiations of the Treaty of Paris in 1783?

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Agreeing to the return of loyalist property without compensation.

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How did the Three-Fifths Compromise affect the political power of Southern states in the early United States?

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It allowed Southern states to count enslaved individuals as three-fifths of a person, increasing their representation in Congress.

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Which foreign nation significantly hindered American trade by imposing restrictions on access to the lower Mississippi River during the early years of the Articles of Confederation?

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Spain

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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The Embargo Act of 1807

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was resented and resisted by large numbers of Americans.

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What was a significant factor that contributed to the Antifederalists' eventual acceptance of the Constitution?

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The Federalists' commitment to adding a Bill of Rights to the Constitution.

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What was one of the key reasons James Madison argued that a large republic could better control the effects of factions compared to a small republic?

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A larger population would dilute the influence of any single faction.

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