Growth of the North

Fill in the blank: After the American Revolution, all of the Northern states had taken steps to end ______.

• poverty

• slavery

• war

• disease

What was a common reason for European immigration to the United States in the 19th century?

• Technological advancements

• Escape discrimination

• Space exploration

• Economic opportunities

Fill in the blank: By 1860, nearly a ______ people lived in New York.

• million

• thousand

• hundred

• billion

What was the population increase in cities with at least 2,500 people between 1800 and 1850?

• From 10 to 50

• From 33 to 236

• From 100 to 500

• From 200 to 1000

Which group primarily faced discrimination in Northern states despite the abolition of slavery?

• African Americans

• Asian immigrants

• European immigrants

• Native Americans

What are the TWO factors that led to growth of abolition movement in North in 1820s and 1830s.

• The Second Great Awakening (starts 1801) inspired a reform spirit in the North

• Agitation of black abolitionists and signs of black unrest in the South inspired white abolitionists

• Southern postmasters refused to deliver antislavery literature

• In 1835 President Andrew Jackson unsuccessfully petitioned Congress to ban the mailing of abolitionist pamphlets

What was a major factor contributing to the economic growth of the Northern United States during the 19th century?

• Industrialization

• Agricultural expansion

• Gold mining

• Space exploration

Which industry was most responsible for the rapid urbanization in the Northern United States in the 1800s?

• Textile industry

• Agriculture

• Fishing

• Oil

Fill in the blank: The construction of the ______ was a significant factor in the economic growth of the North by improving transportation and trade.

• Erie Canal

• Panama Canal

• Suez Canal

• Grand Canal

What was one social impact of the economic growth in the Northern United States during the 19th century?

• Increased immigration

• Decreased population

• Decline in education

• Reduction in urban areas