Zoe Anderson

Macalester College

U.S. History

U.S. History teacher | Tutor for 8 years

I hold a degree in U.S. History from Macalester College. My passion for unraveling the intricacies of America's past drives my dedication to teaching. With a commitment to fostering critical thinking and a deep understanding of historical context, I strive to empower students to engage with the complexities of our nation's history. My approachable demeanor and enthusiasm for the subject make learning an enjoyable and enriching experience. Let's explore the fascinating narratives of the past together.

Questions

Which group opposed the spread of slavery during the 1860 presidential election?
What was Thomas Nast's impact on the American political system?
What did protective tariffs mean to American industries?
How did Granville Woods improve the telegraph?
What compromises were reached at the Constitutional Convention?
What kind of society did William Penn create in Pennsylvania?
What are some important facts about the Montgomery bus boycott?
What was the Manhattan Project?
Why was the Fourth Amendment added to the Constitution?
What was the Connecticut Compromise also known as?
Why did the U.S. Industrial Revolution begin in New England?
Why was it so important for the US to have a canal through Central America?
What decisions did Washington and the first Congress have to make about the new government?
How did the Industrial Revolution affect economic thought?
What was the main reason for the allies victory in WWII?
The period between WWI and WWII was one of anxiety, economic misery, and mounting stress for individual people and nations. What caused this distress?
Why was Democrat Woodrow Wilson able to win two presidential elections during an era of Republican Party control?
Industrialization resulted in what changes to American society?
In what document did Britain agree to give the USA new land and agree we were 13 free and independent states?
How did Nat Turner and Denmark Vesey lead slave revolts in the 1800's and what effect did their efforts have on slavery in the South?