Slavery, US Currency, Washington and Jackson

What was the main reason Andrew Jackson vetoed the recharter of the National Bank?

• He believed it was unconstitutional.

• He thought it favored the wealthy elite.

• He wanted to create a new bank.

• He was pressured by Congress.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Explain how Andrew Jackson's veto of the National Bank recharter impacted the economy.

• It led to a stable economy.

• It caused economic instability and contributed to the Panic of 1837.

• It had no significant impact.

• It resulted in the creation of more banks.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Describe one way in which slavery impacted the economy of North America.

• It led to the development of large plantations.

• It decreased agricultural production.

• It caused the decline of trade.

• It increased the number of small farms.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze the social impact of slavery on North American society.

• It created a class of wealthy landowners.

• It promoted equality among all people.

• It led to the abolition of all forms of labor.

• It had no social impact.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What precedent did George Washington set by stepping down after two terms as President?

• Presidents should serve for life.

• Presidents should serve only two terms.

• Presidents should serve three terms.

• Presidents should not have term limits.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Evaluate the significance of George Washington's precedent of a peaceful transfer of power.

• It ensured that future elections would be violent.

• It established a tradition of peaceful transitions in government.

• It had no impact on future elections.

• It led to the end of the presidency.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Which of the following is a major change in the design of US currency over time?

• The size of the bills has remained the same.

• The inclusion of security features like watermarks and holograms.

• The color of the bills has always been green.

• The bills have always featured the same historical figures.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Discuss the reasons behind the changes in the design of US currency.

• To make the bills look more attractive.

• To improve security and prevent counterfeiting.

• To reduce the cost of printing.

• To honor more historical figures.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What was one of Andrew Jackson's economic policies?

• Establishing a new national bank.

• Opposing the recharter of the National Bank.

• Increasing tariffs on imports.

• Reducing the national debt by increasing taxes.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze the effects of Andrew Jackson's economic policies on the US economy.

• They led to a period of economic prosperity.

• They contributed to economic instability and the Panic of 1837.

• They had no significant impact.

• They resulted in the creation of more jobs.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking