Andrew Jackson

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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?

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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