Age of Jackson Flashcard 2025

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During the 1830s, what practice reinforced the perception that public servants and officials were unqualified?

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The president rewarding political supporters with appointments to desirable positions

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Which constitutional issue led to the Nullification Crisis of 1832?

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Do states have the power to declare a federal law unconstitutional?

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What was one result of the election of Andrew Jackson in 1828?

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Increased levels of voter participation

Front

Which of the following is most associated with the formation of the Democratic Party?

• The election of Andrew Jackson as president
• The use of protective tariffs
• The impeachment of President Andrew Johnson
• The abolition movement

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The election of Andrew Jackson as president

Front

Which of the following correctly completes this graphic organizer?

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President Jackson ignores a Supreme Court ruling.

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During the Nullification Crisis of 1832, South Carolina sought to repeal a ________ to demonstrate its support for ________.

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high tariff...states' rights

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Which shaded state was the main destination of American Indians forced to relocate as part of the Trail of Tears?

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Option C

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What was a major reason for the federal government’s involvement in the relocations depicted on this map?

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To acquire valuable agricultural land and natural resources

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In 1832, how did President Andrew Jackson respond to the Supreme Court ruling that Georgia did not have legal authority over the Cherokees?

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Ignoring the ruling and allowing Georgia to evict the Cherokee Nation.

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I am a law that was applauded in the North, but despised in the South. Manufacturers liked me. Farmers wished I would go away. My passage led to the Nullification Crisis of 1832. What law am I?

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Tariff of Abominations