USA HISTORY

THE VIRGINIA DYNASTY 1801 1825

WAR OF 1812

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following best describes the political party situation during the Era of Good Feelings?
A
1 Party system-Federalists ruled
B
No parties!
C
1 Party system-Republicans ruled
D
Republicans vs Democrats
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Although this period has often been called the Era of Good Feelings due to its one-party dominance, in fact, Democratic-Republicans were deeply divided internally and a new political system was about to be created from the old Republican-Federalist competition that had been known as the First Party System.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Era of Good Feeling can best be characterized as years of economic growth within the United States. It was the period of peace and prosperity after the war of 1812, only one political party and increased sense of nationalism. Was this answer helpful?

Detailed explanation-3: -The Era of Good Feelings was ushered in by Republicans’ near total control of government as the only viable political party, measures that fostered economic and political stability, and a period of peace with other countries.

Detailed explanation-4: -The “Era of Good Feeling” refers to a period in U.S. history from about 1815 until about 1825, characterized by a sense of optimism and positivity. The era is closely associated with the presidency of James Monroe, who served two terms from 1817 to 1825.

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