Module 10:1 Jacksonian Democracy

Which of the following describes why Jackson’s supporters questioned the legitimacy of the 1824 election?

• the outcome ignored the will of wealthy landowners

• he recent reforms excluded many people from the process

• the nominating committees determined the results in secrecy

• the winner of the popular vote did not become president

As president, Jackson rewarded important political supporters with government jobs in what is known as the ______________

• civil service

• Patronage Act

• spoils system

• Cabinet process.

How did President Jackson use the spoils system?

• He pledged to extend voting rights to his supporters.

• He achieved remarkable success through his own hard work.

• He campaigned for different causes using his own money.

• He gave government jobs to his supporters.

In the early 1800s, voting rights expanded to include more __________ .

• white men

• Women

• Slaveholders

• slaves