Jacksonian Democracy

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Andrew Jackson's election victory in 1828 depended on support from

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the common people.

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Jackson's practice of rewarding political supporters with government jobs became known as

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the spoils system.

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What was the name of the journey made by Cherokee Indians after they were removed from their land?

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Trail of Tears

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How did tariffs affect imported goods?

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Tariffs raised the cost of imported goods.

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The nullification crisis occurred when

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South Carolina threatened to secede if the tariff laws were enforced.

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Did Jackson fire many federal employees and replace them with his political supporters and friends after becoming president?

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True

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This quotation from an eyewitness on the "Trial of Tears" describes events resulting from the—

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Indian removal Act

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What was President Jackson's response to the nullification crisis?

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He threatened to use force against South Carolina if it did not repeal its nullification policies.

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More white men voted for president the 2nd time Jackson ran for president because they no longer had to own what?
Options: slaves, cows, land, a college degree

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land

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Why did Jackson oppose the Bank of the United States?

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He thought it was unconstitutional and that it favored the rich.