Question

Multiple Choice Question

Which statement BEST explains how the end of the War of 1812 and beginning of the Era of Good Feelings influenced the United States?

A. 

It led to a decline in nationalism in which the two party system collapsed.

B. 

It led to a rise of nationalism as Americans developed a common identity and fought off an enemy.

C. 

It led to a rise of nationalism in which the Alien and Sedition Acts were reinstated.

D. 

It led to a decline in nationalism as Americans started to sympathize with Native American people.

Answer 1

The statement that BEST explains how the end of the War of 1812 and the beginning of the Era of Good Feelings influenced the United States is:

B. It led to a rise of nationalism as Americans developed a common identity and fought off an enemy.

This period was characterized by a sense of national pride and unity following the war, which contributed to the feelings of nationalism among Americans.