The American Presidential Election of 1836

The 1836 presidential election saw Martin Van Buren succeed Andrew Jackson, with the Whig Party attempting a unique strategy by running multiple candidates. Despite their efforts, Van Buren won the presidency. The election was notable for the participation of new states and a Senate decision on the vice presidency due to faithless electors.

Who did Andrew Jackson support as his successor in the 1836 Presidential election?

• Henry Clay

• Martin Van Buren

• Richard Mentor Johnson

• William Henry Harrison

What was the Whig Party's strategy in the 1836 election?

• Forming a coalition with the Democratic Party

• Running multiple candidates in different regions

• Focusing on state elections only

• Running a single candidate nationwide

Which newly formed states participated in the 1836 election?

• Florida and Iowa

• Wisconsin and Minnesota

• Arkansas and Michigan

• Texas and California

How many electoral votes did Martin Van Buren receive in the 1836 election?

• 170

• 148

• 26

• 73

What was the outcome of the Whig Party's strategy in the 1836 election?

• It caused a split in the Democratic Party

• It led to a Whig victory

• It resulted in a tie

• It backfired, leading to Van Buren's win

Why was Richard Mentor Johnson not automatically elected as vice president?

• He was not nominated by the Democratic Party

• He lost the popular vote

• He withdrew from the race

• 23 faithless electors voted against him

How did Richard Mentor Johnson eventually become vice president?

• He was elected by the House of Representatives

• He was appointed by the President

• He was chosen by the Senate

• He won a special election