Period 4 in US History

12th Grade60 minutes

Learning Objective

I can analyze the major events and trends of Period 4 in US history.

Key Concepts

The time period of APUSH Unit 4 is 1800 to 1848, and some main themes are the expanding role of the U.S., the transformation of society and the economy, and Americans dealing with growing democratic impulses.

The Market Revolution was the linking of northern industries with western and southern farms, which was created by advances in agriculture, industry, communication, and transportation.

The Second Great Awakening emphasized the moral reformation of society and set the stage for the temperance movement, which crusaded against the consumption of alcohol.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 4 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. Explain how Jefferson's actions regarding the Louisiana Purchase challenged his own political beliefs.

2. What was the primary goal of Henry Clay's American System, and what were its three main components?

3. How did the Second Great Awakening influence social reform movements during this period?

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Educational Video

APUSH Unit 4 REVIEW [Period 4: 1800-1848]—Everything You NEED to Know

Heimler's History

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