Andrew Jackson and Federal Power

The video explores Andrew Jackson's influence on federal power, focusing on the evolution of political parties into Democrats and Whigs. It delves into key debates over federal power, including tariffs, the national bank, and internal improvements. The Tariff of 1828 and the nullification crisis are highlighted, along with Jackson's opposition to the national bank. The video also covers the Indian Removal Act and its impact on the Cherokee, concluding with a call to action for viewers.

Which two political parties emerged in the 1820s and 1830s?

• Federalists and Republicans

• Conservatives and Liberals

• Democrats and Whigs

• Libertarians and Socialists

What was the main issue with the Tariff of 1828?

• It was too low to protect domestic industries.

• It was supported by all states equally.

• It was seen as an overreach of federal power by the South.

• It favored southern farmers over northern manufacturers.

What doctrine did John C. Calhoun propose in response to the Tariff of 1828?

• Doctrine of Federalism

• Doctrine of Nullification

• Doctrine of States' Rights

• Doctrine of Secession

Why did Andrew Jackson oppose the national bank?

• He thought it was too small to manage the economy.

• He believed it was unconstitutional and favored the wealthy.

• He wanted to create a new bank with more power.

• He believed it was too supportive of the lower classes.

What was the outcome of Jackson's veto of the national bank recharter bill?

• Jackson was reelected by a landslide.

• The bank was dissolved immediately.

• Jackson was impeached for his actions.

• The bank was rechartered despite the veto.

What was the Whigs' stance on internal improvements?

• They supported federal funding for infrastructure.

• They thought states should handle all improvements.

• They opposed any form of government involvement.

• They believed it was unnecessary and wasteful.

What was the main goal of the Indian Removal Act of 1830?

• To relocate Native Americans west of the Mississippi River.

• To establish reservations in the southern states.

• To provide Native Americans with new lands in the East.

• To integrate Native Americans into American society.

What was the Trail of Tears?

• A celebration of Native American culture and heritage.

• A peaceful migration of Native Americans to new lands.

• A forced relocation resulting in significant suffering and death.

• A voluntary journey to establish new trade routes.

Which Supreme Court case sided with the Cherokee against Georgia?

• Worcester v. Georgia

• Marbury v. Madison

• Dred Scott v. Sandford

• McCulloch v. Maryland

What was the result of the Treaty of New Echota?

• It exchanged Cherokee lands for territory west of the Mississippi.

• It nullified the Indian Removal Act.

• It allowed the Cherokee to remain in Georgia.

• It granted the Cherokee full U.S. citizenship.