Andrew Jackson

Jackson's supporters accused Henry Clay of making a deal so he could be appointed Speaker of the House.

Corrupt Bargain

Fill in the Blank

Fill in the blank, what did Jackson supporters call the Election of 1824?

Multiple Choice

When Jackson became President, public officials and servants were widely perceived to be unqualified. What practice reinforced that perception?

• The public voting for candidates based on religious affiliations.

• The president rewarding political supporters with appointments to desirable positions.

• The federal government recruiting volunteers to serve abroad as ambassadors.

• Legislators awarding government contracts to the lowest bidders

Draw

Circle the correct answer.

Open Ended

Provide TWO reasons why President Jackson opposed the Second Bank of the United States?