Age of Jackson

Question 1

What is Jacksonian Democracy?

Answer 1

A political movement that championed greater democracy for the common man, led by Andrew Jackson.

Question 2

Who won the popular vote in the election of 1824?

Answer 2

Andrew Jackson won the popular vote but lost the presidency.

Question 3

True or False: The election of 1824 was decided by the House of Representatives.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The __________ system refers to the practice of appointing friends and supporters to government positions.

Answer 4

Spoils

Question 5

Who were the primary candidates in the election of 1824?

Answer 5

Andrew Jackson, John Quincy Adams, William H. Crawford, and Henry Clay.

Question 6

What was the outcome of the election of 1824?

Answer 6

John Quincy Adams was elected president despite Andrew Jackson winning the popular vote.

Question 7

Multiple Choice: What was a key feature of Jacksonian Democracy? A) Aristocracy B) Universal male suffrage C) Limited government D) Monarchy

Answer 7

B) Universal male suffrage

Question 8

What is the significance of the Spoils System in American politics?

Answer 8

It established the practice of rewarding political supporters with government jobs, influencing future political practices.

Question 9

Short Answer: What impact did Andrew Jackson have on the Democratic Party?

Answer 9

He transformed it into a major political party representing the interests of the common man.

Question 10

True or False: Andrew Jackson was a proponent of the Bank of the United States.

Answer 10

False