Political Parties and Their Evolution

The video tutorial explores the birth of the Republican Party, focusing on the decline of the Whig Party due to slavery issues, the emergence of new political parties like the Know Nothing and Free Soil Parties, and the formation of the Republican Party. It also covers the election of 1856, highlighting Buchanan's victory and the political dynamics of the time.

What are the two main objectives of Chapter 10.3?

• Identify emerging political parties and explain voter alignment.

• Discuss the economic impact of slavery and the Civil War.

• Analyze the role of women in politics and the abolition movement.

• Examine the technological advancements of the 19th century.

What was a major factor in the decline of the Whig Party?

• Internal divisions over the issue of slavery.

• The rise of industrialization.

• The discovery of gold in California.

• The influence of European politics.

What was the primary focus of the Know Nothing Party?

• Nativism and opposition to European immigrants.

• Expansion of the United States.

• Support for the Democratic Party.

• Abolition of slavery.

Why did the Know Nothing Party eventually split?

• Disagreements over economic policies.

• Internal conflicts about the issue of slavery.

• Pressure from foreign governments.

• Lack of leadership.

Who was a notable leader of the Free Soil Party?

• Horace Greenlee

• Martin Van Buren

• John C. Fremont

• Franklin Pierce

What was the main goal of the Free Soil Party?

• To advocate for women's rights.

• To support the Democratic Party.

• To prevent the spread of slavery to the North.

• To promote industrial growth.

Which parties contributed members to the formation of the Republican Party?

• Democrats, Free Soilers, and Whigs.

• Know Nothings, Democrats, and Federalists.

• Democrats, Federalists, and Green Party.

• Whigs, Abolitionists, and Libertarians.

Who was a founder of the Republican Party?

• Franklin Pierce

• Horace Greenlee

• James Buchanan

• Millard Fillmore

What was significant about the election of 1856?

• It resulted in a tie between all parties.

• It marked the end of the Democratic Party.

• It was the first election with a female candidate.

• It showed the Republicans gaining most of the Northern vote.

Why did Buchanan win the election of 1856?

• He was able to balance Northern and Southern demands.

• He was the only candidate from the Whig Party.

• He promised to abolish slavery.

• He had the support of the Know Nothing Party.