Instructions: Identify the Following

question 38

Short Answer

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term.
Recession of 2001

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Definitions:

Martin Van Buren

The eighth President of the United States (1837-1841), known for his role in the development of the American political party system.

Texas

The second-largest state in the United States by both area and population, known for its significant historical events such as the Battle of the Alamo and rich cultural heritage.

Slavery Issue

The contentious debate over the moral, economic, and legal aspects of slavery, particularly in the United States before the Civil War.

Manifest Destiny

The 19th-century doctrine or belief that expansion of the US throughout the American continents was both justified and inevitable.