Essay History Exam
Questions & Answers
How did Lewis and Clark expedition benefit the United States? Give at least two reasons. -
ANSWERSIt was the first occasion for Untied States citizens to travel so far by river and land into
the West. The United States expanded significantly by acquiring the Oregon and California
territories.
How did the outcome of the War of 1812 affect the United States? Give at least three outcomes.
- ANSWERSThe Native Americans could no longer count on Great Britain to shield them from
the flood of white settlers headed West. New states north and south entered to Union. It
allowed the United States to rewrite boundaries with Spain and solidify control over the lower
Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico.
Why did nullification become a major issue during the Jackson administration? Give at least two
reasons and explain the resolution of the conflict. - ANSWERSIt was a major issue because it was
concerning states rights. The high tariff increased the southern cost and decreased both the
profits and their trade with foreign countries. They were trying to nullify a federal law and
threatened secession if the federal government did not accept their declaration.
Why were the Cherokees removed from their location in Georgia and sent west? Give at least
two reasons. - ANSWERSSome Americans thought the Indians were dangerous. They feared the
Indians would side with America's enemies in the case of war.
Why was the growth of factories generally welcomed in America despite the seemingly poor
living and working conditions they fostered? Give at least two reasons. - ANSWERSBecause it
gathered everyone together and caused unity. They still needed the products and it mad it
faster.
Questions & Answers
How did Lewis and Clark expedition benefit the United States? Give at least two reasons. -
ANSWERSIt was the first occasion for Untied States citizens to travel so far by river and land into
the West. The United States expanded significantly by acquiring the Oregon and California
territories.
How did the outcome of the War of 1812 affect the United States? Give at least three outcomes.
- ANSWERSThe Native Americans could no longer count on Great Britain to shield them from
the flood of white settlers headed West. New states north and south entered to Union. It
allowed the United States to rewrite boundaries with Spain and solidify control over the lower
Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico.
Why did nullification become a major issue during the Jackson administration? Give at least two
reasons and explain the resolution of the conflict. - ANSWERSIt was a major issue because it was
concerning states rights. The high tariff increased the southern cost and decreased both the
profits and their trade with foreign countries. They were trying to nullify a federal law and
threatened secession if the federal government did not accept their declaration.
Why were the Cherokees removed from their location in Georgia and sent west? Give at least
two reasons. - ANSWERSSome Americans thought the Indians were dangerous. They feared the
Indians would side with America's enemies in the case of war.
Why was the growth of factories generally welcomed in America despite the seemingly poor
living and working conditions they fostered? Give at least two reasons. - ANSWERSBecause it
gathered everyone together and caused unity. They still needed the products and it mad it
faster.
