SUPERPOWER USA CH 7 STUDY
GUIDE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
The "war hawks" supported the war because of their desire to defend the young
country's "national honor." Which battle most supported their claim that the
independence of the young country was at stake? - ANSWER-Americans were
outraged after the British burned Washington, D.C. After the Battle of Baltimore,
American forces successfully repelled the British from the area.
whiskey tax repeal - ANSWER-supported farmers west of the Mississippi
sales of government-owned lands - ANSWER-encouraged settlement west of the
Appalachians
How did the War of 1812 change the United States? - ANSWER-The Federalists and
Republicans reversed political roles.
Political leaders realized the importance of a strong military.The United States
became more industrialized.
The United States took over vast amounts of Native American land.
Describe how the War of 1812 influenced the character of the United States. -
ANSWER-At home, Americans saw the war as a second war of independence.
The war helped the United States establish economic independence as cotton mills
and other manufacturing industries were constructed throughout the nation. The
United States also established itself as a world power.
Why did the United States take action against Great Britain during Jefferson's
second term? - ANSWER-to protect the economic freedom of Americans
Identify the impact of Jefferson's Embargo Act on the economy of the United States.
- ANSWER-New England shipbuilders saw their businesses decline.
Exports fell steeply.
Smuggling became widespread.
Seaport cities were abandoned.
How did the conflict with Britain and France change the role of the federal
government during Jefferson's administration? - ANSWER-The Embargo Act was
Jefferson's attempt to avoid a military conflict with Europe. It increased the power of
the government by restricting trade.
How did the War of 1812 influence American economic policy? - ANSWER-
Businesses became supportive of tariffs.
It led to the creation of a national bank.
GUIDE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
The "war hawks" supported the war because of their desire to defend the young
country's "national honor." Which battle most supported their claim that the
independence of the young country was at stake? - ANSWER-Americans were
outraged after the British burned Washington, D.C. After the Battle of Baltimore,
American forces successfully repelled the British from the area.
whiskey tax repeal - ANSWER-supported farmers west of the Mississippi
sales of government-owned lands - ANSWER-encouraged settlement west of the
Appalachians
How did the War of 1812 change the United States? - ANSWER-The Federalists and
Republicans reversed political roles.
Political leaders realized the importance of a strong military.The United States
became more industrialized.
The United States took over vast amounts of Native American land.
Describe how the War of 1812 influenced the character of the United States. -
ANSWER-At home, Americans saw the war as a second war of independence.
The war helped the United States establish economic independence as cotton mills
and other manufacturing industries were constructed throughout the nation. The
United States also established itself as a world power.
Why did the United States take action against Great Britain during Jefferson's
second term? - ANSWER-to protect the economic freedom of Americans
Identify the impact of Jefferson's Embargo Act on the economy of the United States.
- ANSWER-New England shipbuilders saw their businesses decline.
Exports fell steeply.
Smuggling became widespread.
Seaport cities were abandoned.
How did the conflict with Britain and France change the role of the federal
government during Jefferson's administration? - ANSWER-The Embargo Act was
Jefferson's attempt to avoid a military conflict with Europe. It increased the power of
the government by restricting trade.
How did the War of 1812 influence American economic policy? - ANSWER-
Businesses became supportive of tariffs.
It led to the creation of a national bank.
