Andrew Jackson

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

• the rich and well-born.

• Native Americans.

• the common people.

• states' rights supporters.

Jackson's practice of rewarding political supporters with government jobs became known as

• the spoils system.

• Jacksonian democracy.

• mudslinging.

• a corrupt bargain.

Which group was most hurt by Jackson's removal policy?

• the rich and well-born
• Native Americans
• the common people
• states' rights supporters

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Which of the following is the best definition for the spoils system?

• a bribe
• choosing the most qualified applicant for the job
• voting for the best candidate to represent the public
• rewarding your supporters with jobs in the government once elected

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

• By 1828, women had gained the right to vote in some states, while no women could vote in 1824.
• By 1828, voting laws had been changed in most states to give all white men the right to vote.
• The United States had twice as many states in 1828 as it had in 1824.
• The candidates running for president in 1828 were more interesting than those running in 1824.

The long walk for many Native Americans who were forced out of their homelands was called the --

• Native Walk

• Trail of Natives

• Trail of Tears

• Removal Trail

Americans relocated many Native Americans for the purpose to obtain more --

• Land

• Money

• Taxes

• Tariffs

The act, or law, was created in order to remove Native Americans from their homelands and force them West.

• Alien and Sedition Acts

• No More Natives Act

• Citizens Only Act

• Indian Removal Act

Andrew Jackson was seen as a national hero after defeating the British at what battle?

• Battle of New Orleans

• Battle of Yorktown

• Battle of Little Big Horn

• Battle of Saratoga

Which present-day state were most of the Native Americans relocated to during Andrew Jackson's presidency? 

• Oklahoma
• Arkansas
• Texas
• Mississippi