Quiz on Andrew Jackson

Why did Andrew Jackson become famous?

• He was a famous inventor.

• He expanded democracy during his presidency.

• He discovered a new continent.

• He was a renowned artist.

Where was John Quincy Adams born?

• In the north

• In the south

• In the west

• In the east

What was Andrew Jackson's background before becoming wealthy?

• Born into a wealthy family

• Born in the north, son of a president

• Born in the south, was very poor

• Educated at Harvard

How is Andrew Jackson described in terms of his connection to the people?

• Considered part of the political elite

• Considered a "man of the people"

• Considered a wealthy lawyer

• Considered a Harvard graduate

Based on the chart, who received the most popular votes in the election of 1824?

• John Quincy Adams

• William H. Crawford

• Andrew Jackson

• Henry Clay

Who received the highest number of electoral votes in the election of 1824 according to the chart?

• Henry Clay

• Andrew Jackson

• William H. Crawford

• John Quincy Adams

Who won the popular vote in the Election of 1824?

• Andrew Jackson

• John Quincy Adams

• William H. Crawford

• Henry Clay

Why did the House of Representatives decide the presidency in the Election of 1824?

• Because no candidate won a majority of the popular vote

• Because no candidate won a majority of the electoral votes

• Because the election was tied

• Because the candidates were from the same party

Who was selected as President in the Election of 1824?

• Andrew Jackson

• John Quincy Adams

• William H. Crawford

• Henry Clay

What was the "corrupt bargain" involving Henry Clay and Adams?

• Clay supported Adams in exchange for becoming Secretary of State.

• Clay supported Jackson in exchange for becoming Vice President.

• Clay supported Adams in exchange for a financial reward.

• Clay supported Jackson in exchange for a cabinet position.