Question

1. the era of good feelings was known as a period in which

a. there was a strong sense of national unity.
b. there was a rapid increase in immigration.
c. political parties were eliminated.
d. international alliances expanded.

1. which of these was an obstacle to unity in the united states in the early 1800s?

a. few waterways
b. unexplored wilderness
c. poor transportation
d. desert landscapes

Explanation:

• Question 3: The Era of Good Feelings (1817 - 1825) was after the War of 1812. There was a sense of national pride and unity as the U.S. had shown it could defend itself. Political parties were not eliminated (the Democratic - Republican Party was dominant, but the Federalist Party still existed in some form until it faded completely). Immigration was not a major feature of this era compared to later periods, and international alliances did not expand in a significant way that defined this era.
• Question 4: In the early 1800s, transportation was a major obstacle. Roads were often poor, and canals were just starting to be built. There were many waterways (e.g., the Mississippi River system). The wilderness was being explored (Lewis and Clark Expedition was in 1804 - 1806). Desert landscapes were not a major obstacle to unity as the U.S. was mainly focused on the eastern and central regions at this time.

Answer:

1. A. there was a strong sense of national unity.
2. C. poor transportation.