<p>As a result of Jacksonian’s Democratic ideals, the average citizen had more of a say in government decisions. Such as under the spoils system, gov. jobs could be held by the average man. Jackson believed in strengthening the Executive Branch, while opening the vote to all white men. </p>
<p>What are the main reasons that the U.S. did not pass the Treaty of Versailles through the Senate and join the League of Nations?</p>
<p>sd6: blacks were discriminated by most businesses. whites, especially protestants, received higher wages. in general, it was white protestants>white catholics (irish)>jews>blacks.</p>
<p>the US senate did not pass the Treaty of Versailles because they thought it might interfere with US sovereignty and might cause European nations to interfere in western hemisphere, which would violate the Monroe Doctrine. </p>
<p>Describe the Red Scare of 1919-1920.</p>
<p>After the Bolshevik Russian Revolution began in Russia, Americans began to get a little paranoid towards Communism. Many grew suspicious of went on in the government, as they were afraid that the same thing might happen in the U.S. This paranoia led to the Palmer Raids of 1919 and 1920. </p>
<p>What events led to America’s inclusion in the War of 1812 against Britain?</p>
<p>american sailor impressment, Britain’s series of trade restrictions, Britain’s alliance with the Native Americans pestering the Americans, Old tensions from the Revolution</p>
<p>What did Upton Sinclair’s “The Jungle” lead to?</p>
<p>High consumer protection by Theodore Roosevelt:
Pure Food and Drug Act + The Meat Inspection Act</p>
<p>Compare and contrast Brooker T. Washington and W. E. B. Du Bois’ approach to African American equality.</p>
<p>Booker T. Washington just wanted the African Americans to be able to have economic equality, he thought that having them to go trade school would help them to be more econmically stable, which would end up helping them in the future.
Du Bois’ (who actually was only part African American hmm) wanted all around political and social equality for the African Americans. </p>
<p>What were the impacts of the Sherman Anti-Trust Act?</p>
<p>As opposed to its intention, the Sherman Anti-Trust Act ended up being used against unions and laborers due to its vague wording.</p>
<p>Is that correct? ._.</p>
<p>Are Barron’s practice test reflective of the actual test?</p>
<p>no, I had Barron’s and it hardly helped. I felt the questions were irrelevant sometimes, and I preferred Princeton Review or some APUS flashcards. Honestly, I made about 500 notecards last year for the AP US test, and I was really happy I made a 4 on the exam as a sophomore and only 15 years old. I’m sure you guys won’t have the black history movement or Japanese Camps during WWII discussion. That’s the only essays I remember from last year.</p>
<p>New question: What was achieved by the Washington Conference (1921)?</p>
<p>the four, five, and nine power treaties, the event was seen as the first disarmament conference in history</p>
<p>let’s try some frq questions: how did the u.s. foreign policy change from 1920 to 1941</p>
<p>It went from isolationism to interventionism; this is reflected in the changing nature of the Neutrality acts for 1935 - 1939. </p>
<p>What was Pope’s Rebellion?</p>
<p>Pope’s Rebellion 1680: During late 16th Century, Spanish settlers began to establish European communities north of the Rio Grande. The Pueblos resented the invasion of Spanish colonists, soldiers, and missionaries. Led by El Pope, the native peoples drove the whites completely out of New Mexico. However, by 1692 the Spanish successfully reconquered the disputed area.</p>
<p>What was the goal of the American Colonization Society?</p>
<p>There were many goals of the American Colonization Society. Northerners wanted blacks shipped back to Africa for economic reasons, Southerners wanted them shipped to prevent future revolt, and abolitionists wanted them sent to Africa to save them from slavery. </p>
<p>Overall, in what ways did the Industrial Revolution affect American politics?</p>
<p>You guys are doing well… 
If you find US half way interesting it’s an easy 5… Take it from me, I didn’t even read the book.</p>
<p>The Industiral Revolution brought about the end of laissez faire politics as it highlighted the flaws of this system and Progressives made reforms. The government became increasingly involved in business up until the 1920s.</p>
<p>What where the federalist papers?</p>
<p>The Federalist Papers were basically a bunch of essays written by Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison that were meant to promote a strong central government. If it weren’t for the Federalist Papers, the new Constitution may never have passed, as they were very important in changing public opinion and shaping politics. </p>
<p>Why did the United States issue the Monroe Doctrine, and later, the Roosevelt Corollary?</p>
<p>The Monroe Doctrine was issued as a warning to stop intervention from European monarchies. It basically told all Europeans that the Americas were colonized already so they need to keep their hands off. The Roosevelt Corollary was an extension to defend the Monroe Doctrine as it stated that the United States would take care of any of Latin America’s debts to Europeans nation. All in all, to keep Europeans from intervening in the Americas.</p>
<p>Describe the political corruptions during the “Gilded Age” from 1869-1896.</p>
<p>grant’s presidency, the rise of tammany hall and the political bosses, etc.</p>
<p>what was operation mongoose?</p>
<p>Operation mongoose was a US plan to overthrow the communist regime of Cuba, led by Castro, in 1961 during the Cold War in accord with the policy of containment.</p>
<p>Contrast the political ideologies of Jefferson and Hamilton…</p>
<p>Alexander Hamilton believed that a strong central government was necessary to maintain a strong political and economic base. This is evident in his economic plan and the Federalist Papers. Jefferson on the other hand believed in a laissez faire government- hands off. The states would have most of the power under his beliefs. Eventually, however, Jefferson was forced to conform to what was almost Federalism, as he was faced with difficulties that could not be solved with a weak government. </p>
<p>Name 3 woman’s rights activists of the early 1800’s and what exactly they pushed for.</p>