Andrew Jackson Review

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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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Which group was most hurt by Jackson's removal policy? Options: the rich and well-born, Native Americans, the common people, states' rights supporters

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Native Americans

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Which of the following is the best definition for the spoils system? Options: a bribe, choosing the most qualified applicant for the job, voting for the best candidate to represent the public, rewarding your supporters with jobs in the government once elected

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rewarding your supporters with jobs in the government once elected

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Why did three times as many people vote in the presidential election of 1828 as voted in 1824? Options: By 1828, women had gained the right to vote in some states, while no women could vote in 1824., By 1828, voting laws had been changed in most states to give all white men the right to vote., The United States had twice as many states in 1828 as it had in 1824., The candidates running for president in 1828 were more interesting than those running in 1824.

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By 1828, voting laws had been changed in most states to give all white men the right to vote.

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The long walk for many Native Americans who were forced out of their homelands was called the --

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Trail of Tears

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Americans relocated many Native Americans for the purpose to obtain more --

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Land

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The act, or law, was created in order to remove Native Americans from their homelands and force them West.

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Indian Removal Act

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Andrew Jackson was seen as a national hero after defeating the British at what battle?

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Battle of New Orleans

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Which present-day state were most of the Native Americans relocated to during Andrew Jackson's presidency? Options: Oklahoma, Arkansas, Texas, Mississippi

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Oklahoma