Andrew Jackson Presidency

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When was Andrew Jackson elected President?

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1828

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Why did Jackson win the election of 1828?

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he was a war hero and people could relate to him

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Who received expanded suffrage during Jackson's presidency?

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All white men

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When Andrew Jackson gave government jobs to his closest supporters/allies it was called:

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the spoils system

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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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What is Jacksonian Democracy?

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the idea that the common people should control their government

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Andrew Jackson was a member of which political party? Options: Whigs, National Republicans, Democrats, Anti-Federalists

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Democrats

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What was the Spoil System?

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Andrew Jackson rewarded his supporters with government jobs

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What two things helped to make Andrew Jackson President?

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His humble background and his reputation as a war hero.

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Who was known as the people's President?

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Andrew Jackson