Now in the early years after independence, the american people worked to create a new identity for themselves that was unique and independent of british influence. one way they created a new national identity was through language. the colonists spoke a unique form of english called american english. in the coming years, many americans worked to preserve american english and spread it through education. read about noah webster and his impact on the field of education. based on what you read, what two things did webster do to improve education and build a unique american identity?

During andrew johnson’s presidency, the radical republicans gained control over policymaking in congress. they had enough power to override any presidential veto. how did the radical republicans use this opportunity? a. they blocked johnson’s weak reconstruction policies by taking charge of the reconstruction plan. b. they extended their support to johnson’s policies for reconstruction of the south. c. they removed johnson from office and took over the task of reconstructing the south. d. they removed all former confederates from office and stopped the south from rejoining the union.