Chapter 14 - Andrew Jackson and the Growth of Democracy

Who became president in the election of 1824?

• John Quincy Adams

• Henry Clay

• John C. Calhoun

• Andrew Jackson

What political party was formed by supporters of Andrew Jackson following the election of 1824?

• Socialist

• Federalist

• Republican

• Democratic

Andrew Jackson's election victory in 1828 depended on support from

• the rich and well-born

• Native Americans

• the common people

• states' rights supporters

In the election of 1828, the slogan "Adams can write, but Jackson can fight." referred to

• Jackson's career as a frontier lawyer in Tennessee.

• Jackson's heroism at the Battle of New Orleans.

• Jackson's talent at killing people in duels.

• Jackson's skills in debate and public speaking.

Why did three times as many people vote in the presidential election of 1828 as voted in 1824?

• By 1828, women had gained the right to vote in some states.

• By 1828, voting laws gave all white men the right to vote.

• The US had twice as many states in 1828 as in 1824.

• The candidates in 1828 were more interesting than in 1824.

Which of the following would most likely be a Jackson supporter?

• A Republican

• A wealthy banker

• A rich property owner

• A western farmer

Andrew Jackson ran on the support of the "common man." What does this mean? He

• made himself relatable to the average American.

• limited the # of voters by increasing property requirements.

• supported transportation growth.

• came from a wealthy family in the upper class.

Jackson's election as president was a victory for

• American Indians

• upper class Americans

• ordinary working Americans.

• Republicans.

What is Jacksonian Democracy?

• The idea that common people should control their government.

• The political party that supported Jackson in 1828.

• The idea that the rich should have the most power.

• The nickname Jackson earned in the War of 1812.

Which of the following described Jackson's "kitchen cabinet?"

• A committee appointed by Jackson to help farmers and crops.

• A political party of shopkeepers who supported Jackson.

• Trusted friends and supporters who advised Jackson.

• Architects who rebuilt the White House kitchen for Jackson.