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1. What did the supreme court case Marbury v. Madison establish?

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The Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison established the concept of judicial review. This means that the Court has the power to declare laws or government actions unconstitutional. It affirmed the Court's authority to interpret the Constitution and serve as a check on the other branches of government. This landmark case established the principle of judicial review, which has had a significant impact on the balance of power in the United States government.

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This quiz was designed for students in Virginia and United States history. This quiz will cover topics concerning the Rise of Nationalism, spanning from George Washington to the... see moreMonroe Doctrine. see less

2. What did Jefferson buy for $15 million?

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Jefferson bought the Louisiana Territory for $15 million. The Louisiana Territory was a large area of land that stretched from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains and doubled the size of the United States. The purchase was made from France in 1803 and was seen as a significant achievement for Jefferson's presidency. The acquisition of the Louisiana Territory opened up new opportunities for westward expansion and secured American control over the Mississippi River and the port of New Orleans.

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3. Who was Chief Justice of the Supreme Court from 1801 until 1835?

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John Marshall was the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court from 1801 until 1835. He was appointed by President John Adams and served for 34 years, making him the longest-serving Chief Justice in history. Marshall was known for his influential opinions and for establishing the principle of judicial review, which gave the Supreme Court the power to declare laws unconstitutional. He played a crucial role in shaping the role of the judiciary branch and strengthening the power of the federal government.

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4. What Supreme Court case established Judicial Review?

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Marbury v. Madison is the correct answer because it is the Supreme Court case that established the principle of judicial review. In this case, the Court ruled that it had the power to declare acts of Congress unconstitutional, thus establishing the precedent that the Court has the final authority to interpret the Constitution. This landmark case solidified the Court's role as a check on the other branches of government and has had a lasting impact on the balance of power in the United States.

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5. What major American victory in battle took place AFTER the War of 1812 ended?

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While all of these battles took place during the war of 1812, the Battle of New Orleans was the one that took place two weeks after the war ended. This was a huge upset because it was a big victory for the United States, but it amounted to nothing since the Treaty of Ghent was already signed

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6. What was the Lewis and Clark Expedition?

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E is just in there for fun. Shame on you if you actually picked it! :)

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7. All of the following were impacts of the War of 1812 EXCEPT

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Death of Federalist Party

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8. Which of the following was a Federalist who supported a strong central government and won the election of 1796?

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Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr were Democratic-Republicans, so you can immediately take those two out. Although he had federalist ideas, George Washinton did not associate with the Federalist party, nor did he run in the election of 1796. Charles Pinckney ran, but he did not win the election. John Adams was a Federalist and won the election of 1796

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9. Who helped decide the Election of 1800 by striking a deal with Thomas Jefferson to keep the bank open during his presidency?

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Though Hamilton was a Federalist, he preferred to see Thomas Jefferson become president because he respected him as a politician, and hated Aaron Burr.

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10. In his Farewell Address, what did George Washington warn Americans of?

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Although it is a cause of the War of 1812, the British attacking American ships and impressing soldiers was not something George Washinton warned about. He did warn of political parties and that the U.S. should be an isolationist state.

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11. How did Jefferson attempt to prevent a war?

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Jefferson attempted to prevent a war by passing the Embargo Act of 1807. This act prohibited American ships from trading with foreign nations in an effort to protect American interests and avoid conflict. By implementing this embargo, Jefferson hoped to avoid military confrontation and instead use economic measures to protect American sovereignty.

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12. What is another name for the War of 1812?

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Even though the causes of war occurred under Jefferson's administration, the war officially started during Madison's administration.

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13. All of the following were internal improvements made to the US infrastructure as part of Henry Clay’s American Plan EXCEPT:

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The Embargo Act was not an internal improvement made to the US infrastructure as part of Henry Clay's American Plan. The Embargo Act, passed in 1807, was a law that prohibited American ships from trading with foreign countries. It was a controversial policy aimed at protecting American interests during the Napoleonic Wars, but it had negative effects on the US economy and did not involve any infrastructure improvements.

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14. Who was the Secretary of State during Washington's administration?

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Thomas Jefferson was the Secretary of State during Washington's administration. He served in this position from 1790 to 1793. Jefferson was a key figure in shaping American foreign policy during this time, advocating for neutrality in foreign conflicts and establishing diplomatic relations with various nations. He played a crucial role in negotiating the Jay Treaty with Britain and the Pinckney Treaty with Spain, which helped to secure American interests. Additionally, Jefferson's tenure as Secretary of State laid the foundation for his future presidency and his contributions to the development of the United States.

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What did the supreme court case Marbury v. Madison establish?
What did Jefferson buy for $15 million?
Who was Chief Justice of the Supreme Court from 1801 until 1835?
What Supreme Court case established Judicial Review?
What major American victory in battle took place AFTER the War of 1812...
What was the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
All of the following were impacts of the War of 1812 EXCEPT
Which of the following was a Federalist who supported a strong central...
Who helped decide the Election of 1800 by striking a deal with Thomas...
In his Farewell Address, what did George Washington warn Americans of?
How did Jefferson attempt to prevent a war?
What is another name for the War of 1812?
All of the following were internal improvements made to the US...
Who was the Secretary of State during Washington's administration?
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