Jacksonian Democracy Flashcards
What was the principle supported by the South which stated that they could secede from the Union if they were made to obey an unfair law?
Doctrine of Nullification
What was the name given to the Bank of the United States by Andrew Jackson?
“Monster” Bank
What was the name of the political party started by Andrew Jackson?
Democratic Party
What is the process where the winning presidential candidate replaced supporters of his opponent with his own supporters?
Spoil system
What was the Tariff of 1828 by the South?
Tariff of Abominations
What was the long and tragic journey of the 5 civilized Tribes to Inidan Territory?
Trail of Tears
What was the ONLY political party that ran candidates during the 1824 presidential election?
Republican party
What was the name given to the state banks that were granted deposits from the Bank of the United States?
“Pet” Banks
Who was the spokesman for the South who favored states rights and wrote the South Carolina Exposition and Protest?
John C Calhoun
What President expanded democratic ideals during his 2 terms in office to include more voters?
Andrew Jackson
Who was the spokesman of the West, who was named Secretary of State as a result of his support for John Adams in 1824?
Henry Clay
What was the name of unofficial advisors of Jackson - whose opponents say came into the White House through the kitchen?
Kitchen Cabinet
What was the political party that started as a result of opposition to Jackson and his policies?
Whig Party
What was the principle where each section of the country places what’s best for the region ahead of what’s best for the nation?
Sectionalism
What is the type of tax placed on imported goods,(goods that are coming in from another country) which would force Americans to American produced goods?
Protective Tariff
