Final Exam Questions Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
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Steven T. Mason?
A
First governor in Michigan, and helped get a Census for population to make us a state.
2
Q
Forst Bitten Convention?
A
The 2nd constitutional convention to take place; in which, Michigan could receive $550,000 from the government.
3
Q
General Banking Act?
A
A law allowing citizens to open a bank, allowing more banks to open for everyone.
4
Q
Michigan Fever?
A
People coming to Michigan in 1830’s
5
Q
Land Speculators?
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First people to purchase Michigan land, to sell for a profit later.
6
Q
Land sales boombed after?
A
The Erie Canal opened and was much cheaper
7
Q
Which immigrants influenced Michigan the most?
A
Yankees (progressive, hard working, and pro-education)
