Westward Expansion and Regional Differences

Answer questions about US History. I will have photos of the lesson and directions attached, as well as the questions copied right here.

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1. Although many political leaders stated that they would like to see slavery slowly dissolve, why did this not occur?
-Eli Whitney intended his cotton gin to help eliminate slave labor. Why did it in turn increase it?
2. Explain the importance of the Monroe Doctrine?
-How did it influence Latin America?
3. What was significant about the presidential election of 1828? How were electors chosen?
4. Discuss the two large issues that faced President Jackson during his presidency. How did he solve each issue?
5. In the mid-1800s, why did German and Irish immigrants cause such a great uproar in America?
6. During the mid-1800’s, new topics of concern were arising that led to greater rights and opportunities for American citizens. Explain five new reforms that developed in the mid-1800s.
7. Social reforms brought many women to a realization of their own unequal position in society. What were some of these issues that were discussed and challenged?
8. Provide an overview of the Indian Removal Act.
– Looking at the map provided in the lesson, list all the states that the Cherokee crossed through by taking the land route.
9. Elizabeth Cady Stanton’s Declaration of Sentiments listed eighteen grievances against male suppression of women. Which grievance did not pass at first? What caused the final grievance to be passed?

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