Unit 4: Growth of the Young Nation
Unit Review: Most Influential American
Our theme for this unit has been the Growth of
the Young Nation. Of the people we studied,
who do YOU think had the greatest influence on
shaping the country we know today?
Time Period: 1800 to 1840 (no, you can’t pick
George Washington this time!)
Assignment: Rank the 5 people listed below in
order of importance in terms of their influence
on shaping America, from MOST important to
LEAST important. Give reasons for each of your
rankings.
Thomas Jefferson, John Marshall, James Madison,
James Monroe, Andrew Jackson
Name: __________________________
Due:__________________
Unit 4: Growth of the Young Nation
Topic 1: Washington and Adams
Theme: Creating a National Government
(cabinet, precedents, 1st political parties)
Topic 2: Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe
Theme: Nationalism, Growth & Foreign Policy
A. Louisiana Purchase
B. War of 1812
C. Monroe Doctrine
Topic 3: The Marshall Court
Theme: Judicial Nationalism
Topic 4: The Age of Jackson
Theme: Expanding Democracy (for some)
Remember to pay attention to the time period (Madison’s work writing the Constitution
doesn’t get to count here). Just like an essay, back up your opinions with facts and analysis.
Take notes in the table below. On the back, list the people in order of importance and write 2-3
sentences explaining your choices for each one. (FACTS & ANALYSIS)
Bonus: Imagine that each person is campaigning for your vote. What would their campaign
slogan be?
NOTES:
Thomas Jefferson
John Marshall
James Madison
James Monroe
Andrew Jackson
Name/Rank
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Explanation and Slogan