President John Tyler

Which president served after William Henry Harrison's death?​ (a)  

• John Tyler
• James K. Polk
• Millard Fillmore
• Franklin Pierce

Answer explanation

John Tyler served as the president after William Henry Harrison's death in 1841. He became the first vice president to assume the presidency due to the death of his predecessor. Tyler's presidency was marked by disagreements within his own party and he ultimately returned to private life after his term ended.

What political party did John Tyler belong to?​ ​ (a)  

• Whig Party
• Republican Party
• Federalist Party
• Democratic Party

Answer explanation

John Tyler belonged to the Whig Party. He was elected as a vice president on the Whig Party ticket alongside William Henry Harrison. However, Tyler's presidency was marked by disagreements with his own party, leading to his eventual expulsion from the Whig Party.

Which of the following best describes John Tyler's stance on the annexation of Texas?​ ​ (a)  

• He fully supported
• He opposed
• He had no clear stance
• He reluctantly agreed

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'He fully supported and championed the annexation of Texas'. John Tyler was a strong advocate for the annexation of Texas to the United States. He considered it one of his main accomplishments and successfully managed to finalize the annexation during his presidency in 1845, just a few days before leaving office. Tyler believed that the acquisition of Texas would strengthen the Union and expand American territory.

Which U.S. state did President John Tyler represent in the House of Representatives?​ ​ (a)  

• Virginia
• Texas
• New York
• California

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Virginia'. John Tyler represented Virginia in the House of Representatives from 1816 to 1821. He then went on to serve as the governor of Virginia and later as a U.S. senator from Virginia before becoming the 10th president of the United States.

Which treaty did President John Tyler successfully negotiate?​ (a)  

• Webster-Ashburton Treaty
• Treaty of Paris
• Treaty of Ghent
• Treaty of Versailles

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Webster-Ashburton Treaty'. John Tyler successfully negotiated the Webster-Ashburton Treaty in 1842. The treaty resolved various border disputes between the United States and the United Kingdom, particularly concerning the northeastern border with Canada. It is considered a significant diplomatic achievement during Tyler's presidency.

What was John Tyler's term of office?​ (a)  

• 1841-1845
• 1800-1804
• 1861-1865
• 1901-1909

Answer explanation

John Tyler's term of office was from 1841 to 1845. He became the 10th president of the United States after the death of President William Henry Harrison in 1841 and served until 1845. During his presidency, Tyler faced various challenges and conflicts, including disagreements with his own party, the Whigs.

Which United States president succeeded John Tyler?​ (a)  

• James K. Polk
• Abraham Lincoln
• Andrew Johnson
• Grover Cleveland

Answer explanation

James K. Polk succeeded John Tyler as the 11th President of the United States. Polk served from 1845 to 1849, after winning the presidential election of 1844. During his presidency, Polk focused on territorial expansion and manifest destiny, achieving significant accomplishments such as the acquisition of California and the Oregon Territory.

What was John Tyler's stance on the issue of slavery?​ (a)  

• Pro-Slavery
• Abolitionist
• Neutral
• Anti-Slavery

Answer explanation

John Tyler was pro-slavery in his stance. As a Southern Democrat, he supported the institution of slavery and defended the rights of slaveholders. He believed in states' rights and opposed any interference by the federal government in the institution of slavery.