Jacksonian Democracy

What political party was formed by Jackson and his followers (from the previous Democratic-Republican party)?

• Federalist Party

• Whig Party

• Democratic Party

• Republican Party

What was the main idea of Jacksonian Democracy?

• Control by the elite

• Control by the common people

• Control by the military

• Control by the wealthy

What change occurred in voting laws in the Western states?

• Allowed women to vote

• Allowed African Americans to vote

• Allowed the common man to vote

• Allowed only landowners to vote

Why did Jackson win the election?

• He was the people's choice

• He was the wealthiest candidate

• He had the most political experience

• He was supported by the elite

What was the reaction of well-born citizens to Jackson's election?

• They were pleased

• They did not like him

• They were indifferent

• They strongly supported him

What was Jackson's focus for the government?

• The East and large corporations

• The West, small farmers, and shopkeepers

• The military and defense

• The wealthy and elite

What was Jackson's opinion about the Bank of the U.S.?

• It helped the common man

• It only helped rich, Eastern investors

• It was essential for the economy

• It was well-managed

Why did Clay want Congress to pass a bill to renew the National Bank charter 4 years earlier?

• To run for president in 1832

• To support Jackson's policies

• To avoid losing votes from farmers

• To strengthen the bank

Who were considered civil servants?

• Employees of the government

• Merchants

• Farmers

• Bankers

What did Jackson do to Republican civil servants?

• Replaced them with Democrats

• Promoted them

• Fired them

• Ignored them