Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness – Chapter 5
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Chapter 5 Introductory Essay: 1800-1828
Essay - 7492 Words
Essay
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Was this an 'Era of Good Feelings'?
Was the Election of 1800 a Revolution?
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40 Min
The election of 1800 was the first peaceful transition of power from one party to another in the United States. Did Thomas Jefferson's new administration fundamentally change the nature of the United States? Jeremy D. Bailey and Todd Estes debate this question.
Was the Election of 1800 a Revolution Graphic Organizer
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40 Min
A handout to accompany the scholarly claims made in the corresponding Point-Counterpoint readings that helps student synthesize the claims put forth.
The Hartford Convention
Essay - 2255 Words
Essay
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By the end of this section, you will explain the causes and effects of policy debates in the early republic.
The Corrupt Bargain
Essay - 2436 Words
Essay
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Explores the "Corrupt Bargain" and its impact on U.S. politics.
The Building of the Erie Canal
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Essay
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What was the impact of the Erie Canal on U.S. trade?
Marbury v. Madison
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Essay
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By the end of this section, you will explain the causes and effects of policy debates in the early republic.
John Marshall DBQ Student Handout
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Four primary sources that help students explore the juris prudence of Chief Justice John Marshall in a DBQ format. This activity concludes with a thesis writing exercise.
Cartoon Analysis: The Presidential Election of 1824
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40 Min
Use this primary source imagery to analyze major events in history.
Henry Clay, Speech on American Industry, 1824
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40 Min
Use this primary source text to explore key historical events.
The Missouri Compromise
Essay - 2488 Words
Essay
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By the end of this section, you will explain how different regional interests affected debates about the role of the federal government in the early republic.
Did the Missouri Compromise Merely Delay War?
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40 Min
Was the division of the country between free and slave states inevitably going to lead to a civil war? John Van Atta and Dan Monroe debate this issue.
Did the Missouri Compromise Merely Delay War Graphic Organizer
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40 Min
A handout to accompany the scholarly claims made in the corresponding Point-Counterpoint readings that helps student synthesize the claims put forth.
Changing Views on Slavery DBQ Student Handout
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Six primary sources that help students explore the changing views on slavery as the 19th century progressed in a DBQ format.
Tecumseh and the Prophet
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Essay
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How did Tecumseh and the Prophet resist U.S. expansion?
Mountain Men
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Essay
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What was the role of mountain men in U.S. westward expansion?
Washington Irving
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Explores the societal impact of Washington Irving's literature.
The Lewis and Clark Expedition
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Essay
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What events sparked the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
Fort McHenry and the War of 1812
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Essay
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How did Americans stop the British at Fort McHenry?
Old Hickory: Andrew Jackson and the Battle of New Orleans
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Essay
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How did the U.S. victory at New Orleans impact the War of 1812?
The Monroe Doctrine, 1823
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40 Min
Use this primary source text to explore key historical events related to the Monroe Doctrine.
The Journals of Lewis and Clark, 1805
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Activity
40 Min
Use this primary source text to explore key historical events.
National Identity In The Early 1800s | BRI’s Homework Help Series
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5 Min
Have you ever looked at your teacher with a puzzled face when they explain history? I know we have. In our new Homework Help Series we break down history into easy to understand 5 minute videos to support a better understanding of American History. In our eleventh episode, we tackle national identity in early America.
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Early 1800s US Foreign Policy | BRI’s Homework Help Series
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5 Min
Have you ever looked at your teacher with a puzzled face when they explain history? I know we have. In our new Homework Help Series we break down history into easy to understand 5 minute videos to support a better understanding of American History. In our tenth episode, we tackle early American foreign policy.
5 Min
Marbury v. Madison | BRI’s Homework Help Series
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3 Min
Marbury v. Madison was the Supreme Court case that established judicial review. William Marbury was a judge appointed at the end of John Adams’ presidency, but never got his official commission papers. Once Thomas Jefferson became president, James Madison refused to deliver the commission papers. Marbury took his case to the Supreme Court and wanted a Writ of Mandamus, requiring Madison to deliver the papers. Ultimately, the court stated that Marbury was entitled to his papers, but it was unconstitutional for the courts to issue a Writ of Mandamus. Thus, judicial review was created and the principle of checks and balances was strengthened.
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