Conflict and American Independence, 1754–1800
What was a continuous characteristic of political debates in the early years of the republic?
Free-trade agreements with foreign nations
The power balance between federal government and individual states
Legalizing child labor
Women's suffrage issues
What was the symbolic significance of George Washington laying the Capitol cornerstone?
To signify the centralization of political power in federal hands
To represent the new nation's commitment to democracy and unity
To honor victories in the American Revolutionary War
To showcase America's architectural ambition and cultural heritage
Who is recognized as one of America's Founding Fathers and first Secretary of Treasury?
Thomas Paine
Alexander Hamilton
John Jay
George Washington
Which concept was most directly associated with Henry Clay's "American System," proposed after the War of 1812?
Expansionist foreign policy known as Manifest Destiny
Strict adherence to states' rights over federal intervention
A strong federal role in economic development through tariffs, a national bank, and internal improvements
Abolitionism and social reform movements
Which environmental challenge significantly affected farmers on the Great Plains during the late nineteenth century?
Tsunamis
Earthquakes
Dust storms
Volcanic eruptions
Which historical narrative is more supported by evidence regarding the economic causes of the American Revolution?
Britain's mercantilist policies that favored British economic interests over colonial prosperity led to colonial discontent.
Colonies’ frustration over their exclusion from international trade markets, which they sought to enter independently.
A desire for economic independence as colonies were self-sufficient and did not rely on British support.
The increase in smuggling activities by colonists seeking to avoid British taxes and trade restrictions.
Who was known for his influential pamphlet "Common Sense" that advocated independence from Britain?
Samuel Adams
Thomas Paine
Benjamin Franklin
John Locke

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Which religious group was involved in social reforms, such as the abolition of slavery?
Quakers
Baptists
Anglicans
Catholics
What was one major effect of the Fourteenth Amendment?
Provided equal protection under the law for all citizens.
Established a government pension system for retirees.
Gave women nationwide suffrage (right to vote).
Repealed Prohibition laws on alcohol production and consumption.
Which industry got a boost from the spinning jenny and the power loom?
Agriculture
Transportation
Textiles
Education