Quiz 5.04

Jacksonian Democracy aimed to:

• Limit democracy

• Increase democracy for the common man

• Promote aristocracy

• Establish a monarchy

Andrew Jackson is known for his victory in which battle during the War of 1812?

• Battle of Lexington

• Battle of New Orleans

• Battle of Gettysburg

• Battle of Bunker Hill

Who benefited the most from the extension of voting rights under Jacksonian Democracy?

• Women

• African Americans

• Native Americans

• White males

The Spoils System introduced by Andrew Jackson involved:

• Rewarding political supporters with government positions  

• Establishing a merit-based system for appointments

• Eliminating all government positions

• Appointing only individuals with prior military experience

The Nullification Crisis primarily revolved around the issue of:

• States' rights versus federal authority 

• Slavery 

• Immigration

• Taxation

Which state threatened secession during the Nullification Crisis?

• New York

• South Carolina

• California

• Virginia

The Indian Removal Act of 1830 resulted in:

• Integration of Native Americans into mainstream society

• Forced relocation of Native American tribes

• Increased sovereignty for Native American nations

• Recognition of Native American land rights

Martin Van Buren succeeded Andrew Jackson as:

• Secretary of State

• Vice President

• Speaker of the House

• President

Jackson's broad interpretation of the Constitution led to accusations of him acting like:

• A dictator

• A king

• A tyrant

• A president

The emergence of the Whig Party during Jacksonian Democracy represented:

• A continuation of Jackson's policies

• Opposition to Jackson's policies

• A coalition of Democrats and Republicans

• A movement towards monarchy