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