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Six\u00a0Things to Know about AP US History\u00a0Period 4<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. The United States continued to develop its own democratic ideals, sparking debates about role of federal government, and leading to the formation of various political parties.<\/li>\n
  2. The U.S. Supreme Court established the principle that federal laws take precedence over state laws. Through Marbury v. Madison (1803), the Court also established the principle of judicial review, which allowed courts to check the power of the legislature and executive branches of government, further solidifying a \u201cseparation of powers.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. America developed a national culture, especially after the War of 1812, and various religious and social reform groups emerged. The temperance movement sought to ban alcohol. The abolition movement worked to end slavery and to assist African Americans. The women\u2019s rights movement\u2019s efforts culminated in the Seneca Falls Convention.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. America underwent an economic and technological revolution. Major developments included the cotton gin, the steam engine, the factory system, and the expansion of railroads and canals. America moved away from a small subsistence-based economy and into an era of increasing industrialization, which impacted societal and family structures.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Expanding westward after the Louisiana Purchase, the United States sought to expand its borders and to be seen as a major player in foreign trade. The Monroe Doctrine and military actions against American Indian tribes demonstrated the desire for more control in North America.<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. As new states joined the United States, the debate over slavery raged on. In an attempt to appease both the North and South, Henry Clay crafted the Missouri Compromise, resolving some tension for the next three decades.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Key Topics–Period 4: 1800 to 1848<\/h3>
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    Remember that the AP\u00a0US History exam tests you on the depth of your knowledge, not just your ability to recall facts. While we have provided brief definitions here, you will need to know these terms in even more depth for the AP\u00a0US History exam, including how terms connect to broader historical themes and understandings.

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