Unit 6 Case Review (Standards 8.44-8.48) Age of Jackson

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Who won the Election of 1824?

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John Quincy Adams

Answer explanation

John Quincy Adams won the Election of 1824 after a controversial decision by the House of Representatives, despite Andrew Jackson receiving more popular and electoral votes. This election is often referred to as the 'Corrupt Bargain'.

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Andrew Jackson vetoed the Second Bank of the United States

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True

Answer explanation

True. Andrew Jackson vetoed the recharter of the Second Bank of the United States in 1832, opposing its influence and control over the economy.

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Also known as the Cherokee Trial

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Worcester v. Georgia

Answer explanation

The Cherokee Trail refers to the legal case Worcester v. Georgia, which involved the rights of the Cherokee Nation and their sovereignty against state laws. This case is significant in Native American history.

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Jacksonian Democracy was found primarily in..

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South

Answer explanation

Jacksonian Democracy was primarily associated with the South, where its principles of agrarianism and states' rights resonated more strongly than in the North, which had different economic and social structures.

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Who was helped by the increase in Tariffs in 1828? Options: Northern Industries, Southern Farmers, Western Settlers, Eastern Merchants

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Northern Industries

Answer explanation

The increase in tariffs in 1828 primarily benefited Northern Industries by protecting them from foreign competition, allowing them to thrive. Southern Farmers and Western Settlers were negatively impacted due to higher prices on imported goods.

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Chief Justice John Marshall....

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Strengthened the power of the federal government

Answer explanation

Chief Justice John Marshall's decisions, such as in Marbury v. Madison, established the principle of judicial review and affirmed federal authority, thereby strengthening the power of the federal government over states.

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Winner of the Election of 1828

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Andrew Jackson

Answer explanation

Andrew Jackson won the Election of 1828, defeating the incumbent John Quincy Adams. This election marked a significant shift in American politics, emphasizing the rise of the common man and populism.

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Dealt with the National Banks

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McCulloch v. Maryland

Answer explanation

McCulloch v. Maryland dealt with the powers of the National Banks, affirming federal authority over state laws and establishing the constitutionality of the Second Bank of the United States.

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Tennessee Constitution of 1834 let slaveowners decide if they wanted to free their slaves or not

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True

Answer explanation

True. The Tennessee Constitution of 1834 allowed slaveowners the discretion to decide whether to free their slaves, reflecting the legal framework of that time regarding slavery.

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Firing political officials and replacing them with loyal supporters/friends is called

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Spoils System

Answer explanation

Firing political officials and replacing them with loyal supporters is known as the Spoils System. This practice rewards political allies with government positions, often leading to corruption and inefficiency.