The Early Republic US I CP This unit syllabus is a guide to class. It is subject to change. Check the website for any updates. Readings will be due the date as indicated. Other homework assignments will be added as the unit progresses. You are expected to be prepared to every class that includes bringing this syllabus. In 1789, it was an open question whether the Constitution was a workable plan of government. It was unclear whether the new nation could establish a strong national government, a strong economy, or win the respect of foreign nations. For a decade, the new nation battled threats to its existence, including serious disagreements over domestic and foreign policy and foreign interference with American shipping and commerce. During the first 12 years under the new Constitution, the Federalists established a strong and vigorous national government. Alexander Hamilton’s economic program attracted foreign investment and stimulated economic growth. The creation of political parties was an unexpected development that involved the voting population in politics. Presidents George Washington and John Adams succeeded in keeping the nation free from foreign entanglements during the nation’s first crucial years. Despite bitter party battles, threats of secession, and foreign interference with American shipping and commerce, the new nation had overcome every obstacle it had faced. As president, Thomas Jefferson sought to implement his Republican principles, including a frugal, limited government; respect for states' rights, and encouragement for agriculture. He cut military expenditures, paid off the public debt, and repealed many taxes. His most important act was the purchase of Louisiana Territory, which nearly doubled the size of the nation. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court established the principle of judicial review, which enables the courts to review the constitutionality of federal laws and invalidate acts of Congress when they conflict with the Constitution. The Jeffersonian era was marked by severe foreign policy challenges, including harassment of American shipping by North African pirates and by the British and French. In an attempt to stave off war with Britain and France, the United States attempted various forms of economic pressure. But in 1812--to protect American shipping and seamen, clear westerns lands of Indians, and preserve national honor—the county once again waged war with Britain. Date/Day Monday, January 5 Day 3 Period 5 #1 George Washington’s Presidency Pgs. 182-183 Period 8 #1 George Washington’s Presidency Pgs. 182-183 Tuesday, January 6 Day 4 Hamilton’s Financial Plan vs. Thomas Jefferson Pgs. 184-186 Hamilton’s Financial Plan vs. Thomas Jefferson Pgs. 184-186 Wednesday, January 7 Day 1 Thursday, January 8 Day 2 Friday, January 9 Day 3 Monday, January 12 Day 4 First Political Parties vs. Political Parties Today Pgs. 186-187 DROP DROP First Political Parties vs. Political Parties Today Pgs. 186-187 Foreign Affairs Trouble the New Nation Pgs. 190-194 Foreign Affairs Trouble the New Nation Pgs. 190-194 #2 John Adams and the XYZ Affair Pgs. 194-196 #2 John Adams and the XYZ Affair Pgs. 194-196 Tuesday, January 13 Day 1 From Adams to #3 Thomas Jefferson Pgs. 196-199 Wednesday, January 14 Day 2 DROP Thursday, January 15 Day 3 Friday, January 16 Day 4 Monday, January 19 NO SCHOOL Tuesday, January 20 Day 1 Wednesday, January 21 Day 2 DROP From Adams to #3 Thomas Jefferson Pgs. 196-199 Open Notebook Quiz! Open Notebook Quiz! John Marshall and the Supreme Court Pg. 199 John Marshall and the Supreme Court Pg. 199 #4 James Madison Presidency #4 James Madison Presidency NO SCHOOL Lewis and Clarke Louisiana Purchase Pgs. 200-201 DROP NO SCHOOL DROP Lewis and Clarke Louisiana Purchase Pgs. 200-201 Thursday, January 22 Day 3 War of 1812 Pgs. 202-205 War of 1812 Pgs. 202-205 Friday, January 23 Day 4 War of 1812 Pgs. 202-205 War of 1812 Pgs. 202-205 Monday, January 26 Day 1 Tuesday, January 27 Day 2 Wednesday, January 28 Day 3 #5 James Monroe Presidency DROP DROP #5 James Monroe Presidency 100pt. Unit Test – the entire unit! Use notes, ebook, readings, classwork, and quizzes to help study! 100pt. Unit Test – the entire unit! Use notes, ebook, readings, classwork, and quizzes to help study! Study Guide Due Study Guide Due