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[BLANK-1] were sites designed to convert Native Americans to Catholicism and to protect areas on the Pacific coast, such as Alta California, from possible Russian invasions.

The colonial rivalry between the Catholic empires of Portugal and Spain was high in the early years of American colonization. In 1494, the pope stepped in and negotiated [BLANK-1]. He established a longitudinal line and awarded all land east of the line to Portugal (most notably Brazil) and all lands in the Americas west of the line to Spain. The pope also issued instructions to both colonizers to treat the Native Americans with Christian compassion and to bring them under the protection of the Catholic Church.

While escaping religious persecution was not the most common factor driving European settlement of North America, for a minority of settlers it was the most important issue. Following [BLANK-1] in 1517, many new Christian sects formed. Local and state leaders in Europe determined what the state-sponsored religion would be and those who did not follow the dominant religion were often persecuted or forced into worshipping against their own beliefs. Groups like the Puritans, Huguenots, and Quakers were among the newly formed groups of Christians to migrate to North America in large numbers.

Most companies do not let their customers use curse words on their Facebook page. This language is considered ________ and it is inappropriate in professional and respectful communication. 

What kind of speech are we using when we say that an employee was “let go” from her job instead of “fired”?

Key Terms: Anti-Federalist Positions The China Trade Clock Discipline The Communications Revolution The Country Home Ideal The Dirty Compromise Federalist Positions Frances Trollope Francis Cabot Lowell George Washington’s Presidency The Great Compromise The Industrial Revolution Jay’s Treaty John Adams’ Presidency The Market Revolution The Monroe Doctrine The Re-Export Business Thomas Jefferson’s Presidency The Transportation Revolution War Hawks

How many toes does a pig typically have on each foot?

Part 3 Essay Question [40%]: Your essay should have an introduction with a clear and specific thesis, a body with evidence, and a conclusion that reinforces your central argument. Select the option you feel the most comfortable with and answer it to the best of your ability. Choose ONE (1) of the following options:  How did the French Revolution usher in a period of divisiveness and unrest in America? Which political parties supported the French Revolution and which political parties opposed it; why? What was the French Quasi-War and why did it begin? What American laws were passed as a result of the Quasi-War? What was the ultimate result of the French Quasi-War and what did the American government do in regards to the French Revolution? What was the Era of Good Feelings? When did it occur and who supported this? Upon what famous American leader’s ideas was this based? What were the great accomplishments of the Era of Good Feelings and how did they shape American history? When did the period come to an end and what person was most responsible for the era’s decline? Describe the emergence of a New Middle Class, particularly in the northern United States, during the early-nineteenth century. What led to the creation of the New Middle Class? What were some of the major virtues and values of the New Middle Class? What was home life like for these people? Why do you believe that the New Middle Class became so involved in the social reform efforts of the Second Great Awakening? What issues did they seek to change or reform?

In terms of locomotion, pigs are:

Part 2 [8% points each = 40% total] Short Identification Questions (IDs): A short answer ID should briefly address the basic journalistic questions: who or what, when, where, and why. Each answer should be at least 4-5 sentences long. Be sure to discuss the significance. Write an answer for FIVE (5) of the following, even if you must guess somewhat (partial credit is better than none): The American System The Articles of Confederation Catharine Beecher Hamilton’s Financial System The Louisiana Purchase The Missouri Compromise The Revolution of 1800 Secretary of State John Quincy Adams Shays’ Rebellion Tenskwatawa