Jackson Era

Which statement best describes the consequences of the Indian Removal Act?

• Native Americans were granted full U.S. citizenship.

• Native Americans were forced to move west of the Mississippi River.

• Native American tribes were allowed to remain on their lands.

• Native Americans successfully resisted removal.

In 1833, South Carolina repealed nullification because

• Congress lowered the Tariff

• The Tariff of 1828 was made permanent.

• John C. Calhoun became president.

• Andrew Jackson supported nullification.

Which of the following did Jackson think favored the wealthy?

• The Spoils System

• The National Bank

• The Indian Removal Act

• The Democratic Party

Why did the North and the South have different attitudes toward higher tariffs?

• The North had more industry, while the South relied on imports.

• The South had more railroads than the North.

• The North relied on agriculture more than the South.

• The South had a stronger economy than the North.

Why did Jackson’s supporters call him “the People’s President”?

• He was born into wealth and privilege.

• He ignored the common people’s concerns.

• Expanded voting rights allowed more citizens to vote.

• He reduced the power of the executive branch.

The Nullification Crisis concerned South Carolina’s dissatisfaction with federal policy on —

• Slavery

• Tariffs

• Indian Removal

• Internal Improvements

President Andrew Jackson’s policy toward Native Americans primarily consisted of —

• Offering them full U.S. citizenship

• Negotiating land-sharing agreements

• Encouraging their assimilation into white society

• Forcing their removal to western lands

In the early 19th century, which section of the country tended to oppose tariffs?

• The North

• The South

• The Midwest

• The West

Which of the following statements reflects Andrew Jackson’s attitude about American Indians and their lands?

• Native Americans had the right to keep their lands.

• Native American lands should be used for white settlement.

• Native Americans were equal to white settlers.

• Native Americans should move voluntarily to the West.

What was one result of President Andrew Jackson’s policies toward Native Americans?

• Native Americans gained more land in the East.

• The Trail of Tears forced thousands to relocate.

• Native Americans were allowed to stay on their lands.

• The Supreme Court overturned the Indian Removal Act.