Flashcard: Andrew Jackson's Presidency

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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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The nullification crisis occurred when: South Carolina threatened to secede if the tariff laws were enforced.

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

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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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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.

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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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Many of his opponents would have agreed with the cartoon’s portrayal of Jackson   Because it suggests that ---

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the executive branch of government became too powerful during his presidency

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Why did Jackson veto the bank bill?

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it was unconstitutional and it favored the rich

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Why did South Carolina threaten to secede? Options: They were upset over the high tariffs, They were upset over slavery being outlawed, They wanted their own bank, They wanted their own representative government

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They were upset over the high tariffs

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Tax on imported goods

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Tariff