War of 1812/Jacksonian Democracy

What was one significant factor that contributed to the election of Andrew Jackson as president in 1828?

• the collapse of the two party political system

• the passage of woman suffrage laws in numerous states

• the removal of property qualifications for voting

• the extension of voting rights to free blacks

During the presidency of Andrew Jackson, the spoils system resulted in...

• all free males being given the right to vote

• the end of political corruption in the federal government

• elected officials rewarding their supporters with government jobs

• federal laws being nullified by the states

Andrew Jackson was popular due to the fact that he respresented:

• Farmers

• The "common man"

• Humble merchants and business owners

• Wealthy business interests

The “Trail of Tears” refers to-

• The forced relocation of 100,000 U.S. settlers.

• The forced relocation of the five civilized tribes to Oklahoma, during which 25% of them died.

• The eastern pilgrimage of 10,000 Seminoles after being forced off their land.

• A famous battle between the Native Americans and the U.S. settlers.

What was a major reason for the federal government’s involvement in the relocation of Native Americans during Jackson's presidency?

• To punish American Indians who were allies of the British

• To gain access to important rivers

• To acquire valuable agricultural land and natural resources

• To persuade American Indians to become farmers

Which of the following resulted from the policies of the Andrew Jackson administration?

• States were allowed to nullify laws of the federal government.

• A national government bank was established.

• The Indians were removed from their lands

• The rich and the most educated got all of the most important jobs in the government.

What is Manifest Destiny?

• The belief that the US should take over Europe.

• The belief that if you manifest the spirits you will have a happier destiny.

• The belief that the expansion of the US throughout the American continents was both justified and inevitable.

• The belief that the US should abolish slavery.

Who was president during the War of 1812?

• James Monroe
• John Adams
• James Madison
• Thomas Jefferson

Which term means pride in your country. It also means a strong love for your country?

• zealotry
• nationalism
• exceptionalism
• egotism

Who wrote the "Star Spangled Banner"?

• Francis Scott Key
• Francis Scott Note
• Francis Baltimore
• Francis Scott Pitch