Which of the following was NOT a claim made by Andrew Jackson and other supporters of Indian removal?

Indian removal was necessary because Native Americans were too smart.

Accounts of American soldiers claim the removal was the best option.

Which is NOT characteristic of Romanticism?

a strong belief that truth can be reached through logical reasoning

What does "individualism" mean?

an emphasis on the independence and freedom of the individual

Elected Cherokee leaders were tricked into signing a treaty.

What does "genocide" mean?

the intentional destruction of the whole or a part of a group

Dance was not a part of American culture.

What does "Romanticism" mean?

a movement that emphasized the individual, emotions, and nature

Minstrel shows were primarily performed by enslaved Black actors.

The women of Steubenville argue that women should have more rights.

What does "treaty" mean?

a formal, legally binding written agreement between independent groups

The U.S. was consistent in its policy of recognizing tribal sovereignty.

What does "transcendent" mean?

going beyond the physical world; having divine characteristics

Which is NOT true of American literature in the 19th century?

There were not really any American novels.

Accounts of American soldiers downplay the hardships of the Cherokee.

The Indian Removal Act immediately outlawed all Native people in the U.S.

What does "sovereignty" mean?

the authority of a state to be independent and govern itself

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1
Which is NOT characteristic of 19th century American art?
ordinary people
majestic, sweeping landscapes
emotion
abstract patterns
2
Cherokee Chief John Ross tried to argue for his people's rights before Congress.
False
True
3
Which of the following was NOT a claim made by Andrew Jackson and other supporters of Indian removal?
Indian removal was necessary because Native Americans were too smart.
Indian removal would be good because it would allow development of the land
Indian removal was for the Native Americans' own good.
Indian removal would strengthen the national security of the U.S.
4
Which is NOT true?
The Trail of Tears resulted in thousands of deaths.
Accounts of American soldiers claim the removal was the best option.
Accounts of the Trail describe soldiers pillaging homes and graves.
Accounts of the Trail include deaths from freezing temperatures and disease
5
Which is NOT characteristic of Romanticism?
a strong belief that truth can be reached through logical reasoning
celebration of the exotic, the past, and spiritual things
glorification of nature, beauty, creativity, and imagination
a focus on the individual, emotion, intuition, and imagination
6
What does "individualism" mean?
the intentional destruction of the whole or a part of a group
a formal, legally binding written agreement between independent groups
a movement that emphasized the individual, emotions, and nature
an emphasis on the independence and freedom of the individual
7
Which is NOT true?
Andrew Jackson refused to enforce the Worcester v. Georgia decision.
The Cherokee who signed the treaty were not elected leaders of the nation.
Elected Cherokee leaders were tricked into signing a treaty.
Christian missionaries like Samuel Worcester tried to help the Cherokee.
8
What does "genocide" mean?
the authority of a state to be independent and govern itself
a formal, legally binding written agreement between independent groups
a movement that emphasized the individual, emotions, and nature
the intentional destruction of the whole or a part of a group
9
Which is NOT true?
Dance was not a part of American culture.
"Blackface" comes from offensive makeup worn by white actors.
The term "Jim Crow" comes from a minstrel show character.
Minstrel shows were a form of racist entertainment.
10
What does "Romanticism" mean?
going beyond the physical world; having divine characteristics
the intentional destruction of the whole or a part of a group
a movement that emphasized the individual, emotions, and nature
a formal, legally binding written agreement between independent groups
11
Which is NOT true?
Minstrel shows were primarily performed by enslaved Black actors.
Patriotic songs were popular in the 19th century.
Spirituals reflect the experience and strength of the Black community.
Spirituals influenced and inspired many later genres of music.
12
In Worcester v. Georgia, the Supreme Court ruled that Native nations are to relate to the U.S. as sovereign nations.
False
True
13
Which is NOT true?
Ralph Waldo Emerson said this was a crime.
Women of Steubenville said that rights were being violated by the U.S.
De Tocqueville compares the U.S. actions with those of the Spanish.
The women of Steubenville argue that women should have more rights.
14
What does "treaty" mean?
a movement that emphasized the individual, emotions, and nature
the intentional destruction of the whole or a part of a group
a formal, legally binding written agreement between independent groups
the authority of a state to be independent and govern itself
15
Which is NOT true?
Native land continued to be taken even after forced removal.
The "Five Civilized Tribes" had already adopted many things from America.
The "Five Civilized Tribes" owned slaves.
The U.S. was consistent in its policy of recognizing tribal sovereignty.
16
What does "transcendent" mean?
an emphasis on the independence and freedom of the individual
going beyond the physical world; having divine characteristics
the intentional destruction of the whole or a part of a group
a formal, legally binding written agreement between independent groups
17
Which is NOT true of American literature in the 19th century?
Literature in America often dealt with the frontier and individualism.
Black writers used their skills and experience to fight for justice.
Davy Crockett wrote popular tall tales about his adventures.
There were not really any American novels.
18
Which is NOT characteristic of spirituals?
addressing the oppression and injustice of being enslaved
hope and resistance
resignation and hopelessness
Biblical and Christian themes
19
Which is NOT true?
Accounts of the Trail of Tears describe mistreatment of the Cherokee.
The Trail of Tears is often considered a genocide.
Accounts of American soldiers are sympathetic to the Cherokee.
Accounts of American soldiers downplay the hardships of the Cherokee.
20
Which is NOT true?
Five major southeast Native nations were called "Five Civilized Tribes."
The land given to Native Americans in the territory of Oklahoma was poor.
The U.S. used lies and force to get Native nations to sign treaties.
The Indian Removal Act immediately outlawed all Native people in the U.S.
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What does "sovereignty" mean?
going beyond the physical world; having divine characteristics
a formal, legally binding written agreement between independent groups
a movement that emphasized the individual, emotions, and nature
the authority of a state to be independent and govern itself

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