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Daily Essential Questions How did Jefferson’s administration impact the growth and development of the United States? What became a foreign policy problem during the Jefferson era and what events resulted?
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ELECTION of 1800 Jefferson and Adams have a bitter struggle for Presidency Jefferson defeats Adams but ties with Aaron Burr Both are Dem-Republicans Tie is eventually broken in Jefferson’s favor by the House (Jefferson was more qualified—per Hamilton’s argument) 12 th amendment fixes this problem— requires distinct ballots for President and Vice President
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Political Revolution Political Revolution = 1 st peaceable transfer of power Federalists Democratic-Republicans Jefferson wants peace and the ideals of 1776 restored Philosophy to position Laissez-fair gov’t: free market, government remains out of the daily lives of Americans, hands-off
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Judicial Review Federalists are still in power Adams appoints midnight judges (signed appointments late the last night in office) Jefferson refuses to recognize judges __________________________________ Marbury v. Madison: allows Supreme court power of judicial review John Marshall serves as Chief Justice for 30 years Court case declares the right of Supreme court to review laws and declare them unconstitutional
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Westward Expansion: Across the Appalachians! Louisiana Purchase (1803): territory returned to France James Madison sent to negotiate when he arrives Napoleon is ready to sell! Purchase doubles the size of the country Lewis and Clark: Jefferson was eager to explore, orders expedition to collect scientific data and find a water route to the Pacific, lasted over 2 years -Sacajawea serves as an interpreter and guide
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Why was the Lewis and Clark Expedition important?
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Indian Conflicts Unfair treaties: William Henry Harrison invites Chiefs to capital of Indiana territory and ended up swindling 3 million acres of tribal land Tecumseh’s League: Shawnee chief refused to give in and urged tribes to band together “White people…have driven us from the great salt water, forced us over the mountains, and would shortly push us into the lakes. But we are determined to go no farther. The only way to stop this evil is for all red men to unite.” Tecumseh Battle of Tippecanoe: Harrison strikes back and burns Shawnee capital makes him a national hero
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foreign affairs US neutrality between Britain and France (at war with each other)?? US needs trade with both sides! British impressment of sailors seize ships and force American sailors into their navy leads to the US being more angry with Britain Jefferson passes Embargo Act of 1807—cuts of trade with Britain with hopes of hurting Britain’s economy forcing them to honor neutrality, attempt to avoid war actually hurts the US economy
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WAR HAWKS Prophet (Tecumseh’s brother) leads rebellion against Harrison following Tippecanoe Prophet (Tecumseh’s brother) leads rebellion against Harrison following Tippecanoe In response Young Congressmen (Republicans) aka War Hawks emerge In response Young Congressmen (Republicans) aka War Hawks emerge -They Favor gaining new lands and revenge for the British helping the Native Americans -“Onward Canada” -Leaders: Henry Clay and John C. Calhoun
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1. Why is judicial review important? a. The Supreme Court can declare acts of Congress unconstitutional b. The Supreme Court has the right to review acts of Congress c. It allows the Supreme Court to act as a check on the power of Congress d. All of the above
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2. How did Jefferson’s actions as president reflect his philosophy of government? a. He emphasized the growth and strength of the federal government b. He emphasized the importance of ordinary citizens through policies such as free trade c. He treated everyone equally, the way a democracy should d. None of the above
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3. Why is the election of 1800 considered a “political revolution”? a. There was a war over who was going to win b. The U.S. changed its government from a democracy to a monarchy c. It was the first time there was an election involving political parties d. It was the first peaceful transfer of power between political parties
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4. This Shawnee Chief urged Native American tribes to band together against the United States. a. Tecumseh b. War Hawk c. Tippecanoe d. Wounded Knee
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5. Which statement best explains why the exploration of the Louisiana Purchase was important to the future of the U.S.? a. It provided an opportunity learn about Native Americans. b. It resulted in new maps. c. It provided scientific information. d. It helped lay the foundations for western expansion.
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Assignment Complete questions 1-6 reviewing Jefferson’s presidency Complete questions 1-6 reviewing Jefferson’s presidency Complete the Louisiana Purchase Map per directions provided for you Complete the Louisiana Purchase Map per directions provided for you Turn in when finished and pick-up study guide for test 1. Turn in when finished and pick-up study guide for test 1.
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