America: Nationalism And Change 1818-1830 - The Indian Removal Act 1830

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

• It strengthened ties with Britain.

• It resulted in the annexation of Mexico.

• It marked the end of colonial ties with Britain.

• It led to the independence of Canada.

What was President Andrew Jackson's stance on Indian removal?

• He supported it only for the Cherokee.

• He was a strong advocate for it.

• He was indifferent to it.

• He opposed it strongly.

How did the Cherokee Nation attempt to resist removal?

• By forming alliances with European nations.

• By developing a structured political community.

• By migrating voluntarily to the West.

• By engaging in armed conflict with the U.S. Army.

What was the significance of the Worcester vs. Georgia case?

• It resulted in the immediate removal of the Cherokee.

• It declared Georgia's laws unconstitutional.

• It was ignored by the Supreme Court.

• It upheld Georgia's laws against the Cherokee.

What was the outcome of the Supreme Court ruling in Worcester vs. Georgia?

• The ruling was ignored by Georgia and President Jackson.

• Georgia complied with the ruling.

• The Cherokee were granted independence.

• President Jackson enforced the ruling.

What was the Trail of Tears?

• A forced relocation resulting in significant loss of life.

• A peaceful migration of the Cherokee to the West.

• A treaty negotiation between the U.S. and the Cherokee.

• A battle between the Cherokee and the U.S. Army.

What broader question does the Trail of Tears raise?

• Did the U.S. need more land?

• Was the U.S. justified in its actions?

• Did the Cherokee willingly relocate?

• Was the Trail of Tears a myth?