The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 Explained in 3 Minutes: US History Review

The video introduces the Northwest Ordinance of 1787, a significant piece of legislation under the Articles of Confederation. It explains how the ordinance provided a process for territories to become states, contributing to the expansion of the United States. The presenter uses a humorous mnemonic to help remember the concept, likening the country to a pregnant mother birthing new states. The video concludes with an apology to Native Americans and encourages viewers to subscribe for more educational content.

What was one of the successes of the Articles of Confederation?

• The establishment of a strong federal government

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

• The passage of the Northwest Ordinance of 1787

• The creation of a national bank

What did the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 establish?

• A system of federal taxation

• A process for territories to become states

• A military alliance with France

• A new national currency

How is the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 metaphorically described in the video?

• As the eyes of justice

• As the legs of manifest destiny

• As the arms of liberty

• As the heart of democracy

What does the metaphor 'mama got pregnant' refer to in the context of the Northwest Ordinance?

• The country's expansion with new states

• The country's economic growth

• The country's military strength

• The country's cultural diversity

What is the speaker's tone when discussing the impact of the Northwest Ordinance on Native Americans?

• Apologetic

• Indifferent

• Proud

• Amused