Treaty of Paris and 12th Amendment

The video tutorial covers two significant historical events: the passing of the 12th Amendment in 1803 and the Treaty of Paris in 1898. The 12th Amendment changed the electoral process for the US presidency, ensuring the president and vice president were elected as a team. The Treaty of Paris ended the Spanish-American War, leading to US control over territories like Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines, marking a shift in US imperial power. The video encourages students to connect these events to previously learned material and reflect on their implications.

What was the main purpose of the video tutorial?

• To discuss the teacher's bathroom duty

• To provide information on historical events for students

• To announce a school holiday

• To explain the school schedule

What significant change did the 12th Amendment introduce?

• Abolished the electoral college

• Allowed presidents to serve three terms

• Directed electors to vote separately for President and Vice President

• Introduced a new voting system for Congress

Why was the 12th Amendment necessary?

• To change the voting age to 18

• To allow non-citizens to vote

• To prevent the President and Vice President from being from different parties

• To increase the number of electors

What qualifications must the Vice President meet according to the 12th Amendment?

• Must meet the same qualifications as the President

• Must be a naturalized citizen

• Must be at least 30 years old

• Must have served in the military

What was the Treaty of Paris of 1898 primarily about?

• Establishing trade with Europe

• Ending the Spanish-American War

• Ending the American Civil War

• Creating a new constitution for the US

Which territories did the US gain control of as a result of the Treaty of Paris?

• Hawaii and Alaska

• Cuba and Jamaica

• Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines

• Canada and Mexico

What was a major consequence of the Treaty of Paris for Spain?

• Spain became a superpower

• Spain gained new territories

• Spain focused on internal improvements

• Spain formed an alliance with the US

How did the Treaty of Paris affect the United States' status in the world?

• It led to the US losing territories

• It weakened the US economy

• It isolated the US from global affairs

• It made the US a superpower

What was a significant challenge during the ratification of the Treaty of Paris?

• It was never ratified

• It was rejected by the President

• It was unanimously accepted

• It passed by only one vote

What was a major issue faced by the US after the Treaty of Paris?

• Conflict with the Filipinos

• Economic recession

• Loss of military power

• Increased taxes