Jackson Quiz 6: Chapters 4-6 Flashcards
the condition of being tired; lack of physical or mental energy
lassitude
a feeling of fear that causes you to hesitate
trepidation
to avoid telling the truth by not directly answering a question
prevaricate
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
intrepidity
accessory items of clothing or equipment
accoutrements
characterized by friendly goodwill; peacable
amicable
a feeling or condition of being full after eating food
satiety
showing or suggesting that future success is likely
auspiciously
energy, enthusiasm, or passion
ardor
frustrated or annoyed because of failure or disappointment
chagrined
What happened to the orphaned Indian boy at the Battle of Tallushatchee? Does this reveal anything significant about the character of Andrew Jackson?
Jackson adopted him and raised him as his own son. Some say this incident proves that Jackson wasn’t a heartless killer of Indians; others say it was done just to soften his image. In either case it surely proves that Jackson was a complex person. This complexity is largely why historians are so divided on his merits.
Most of chapter 5 deals with the difficulties Jackson faced in obtaining food for his men. As a result, they attempted mutiny several times. Using several examples from the chapter, explain how Jackson was able to keep from leaving.
He played the volunteers against the militia; he pleaded with the men; he bought time with the little provisions he was able to acquire; and ultimately he threatened to kill them all or die trying.
According to the text, Jackson was often very generous when taking care of those in less-fortunate circumstances. How could the charity of Jackson be compared to Washington?
Like Washington, Jackson also provided for others without the recipient knowing the source.
What happened to the young Indian wounded in the battle near Tohopeka?
Jackson sent him to his own house in Tennessee and got him started in business when the war ended.
