Can you Guess the President 7th President, Teenage lawyer, War hero

Can you Guess the President 7th President, Teenage lawyer, War hero

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History

6th - 8th Grade

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The video provides a historical overview of Andrew Jackson, the 7th President of the United States. It highlights his rise from a modest background to becoming a lawyer, his military success in the War of 1812, and his controversial personal life. Jackson's political influence led to the formation of the modern Democratic Party. His presidency is noted for his populist reforms and his warning against paper money, which is ironic given his presence on the $20 bill. The video concludes with a reflection on his legacy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which war did the historical figure participate in as a Major General?

The War of 1812

The Revolutionary War

The Civil War

The Spanish-American War

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event in the historical figure's personal life involved a duel?

He dueled a fellow officer over military strategy.

He dueled a foreign diplomat over a trade dispute.

He dueled a man for insulting his wife.

He dueled a political rival over a policy disagreement.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which political party is associated with the supporters of this historical figure?

The Republican Party

The Democratic Party

The Whig Party

The Federalist Party

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What warning did the historical figure give in his farewell speech?

Against paper money

Against military expansion

Against foreign alliances

Against political corruption

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is ironic about the historical figure's warning against paper money?

He later became a banker.

He invested heavily in gold.

His image is on the $20 bill.

He abolished the national bank.