Learning Objectives

After mastering this chapter, you should be able to:

1. Describe the condition and advances of the American economy in this era.
2. List the goals of Jefferson as president and evaluate his success in accomplishing them.
3. Explain the circumstances and consequences of the Louisiana Purchase.
4. Describe the background, results, and significance of the Marbury v. Madison decision (1803).
5. List and explain the sources of political dissension with which Jefferson had to contend.
6. Evaluate the success of American efforts to end the slave trade.
7. Explain the reasons for the failure of American foreign policy in preventing the War of 1812.
8. Analyze the causes, conduct, and outcome of the War of 1812.
9. Account for James Madison's ineffectiveness as president.
10. Discuss the reasons for the ultimate demise of the Federalist party during this era.