The Tariff of 1828 and Its Impact on American Unity and Division

In 1828, Congress passed a tariff to protect Northern manufacturing by raising import rates, leading to regional divisions. The tariff, known as the Tariff of Abominations in the South, influenced the 1828 election, with Andrew Jackson winning but later disappointing his Southern base. The tariff hurt the Southern economy, leading to reduced cotton exports. In 1832, a slight tariff reduction failed to appease South Carolina, which threatened secession. Jackson pushed for further reductions and military action if needed, resulting in the 1833 Compromise Tariff. This highlighted deep economic divisions, foreshadowing the Civil War.

What was the primary goal of the Tariff of 1828?

• To protect American manufacturing in the North

• To promote free trade

• To increase government revenue

• To reduce the national debt

Which region of the United States was most supportive of the Tariff of 1828?

• The Southern states

• The Western states

• The Northern states

• The New England states

What nickname did Southerners give to the Tariff of 1828?

• The Tariff of Protection

• The Tariff of Abominations

• The Tariff of Unity

• The Tariff of Prosperity

How did the Tariff of 1828 influence the presidential election of that year?

• It was a non-issue in the election

• It led to John Quincy Adams winning the election

• It caused a tie in the election

• It contributed to Andrew Jackson's victory

Why were Southerners particularly upset about the Tariff of 1828?

• It led to a decrease in agricultural subsidies

• It increased the price of imported goods

• It decreased the price of cotton

• It forced them to buy expensive Northern goods

What economic effect did the tariff have on Britain's cotton imports?

• Increased cotton imports

• Decreased cotton imports

• No effect on cotton imports

• Led to a cotton surplus

What was South Carolina's response to the tariff by 1833?

• They accepted the tariff

• They threatened secession

• They increased their own tariffs

• They sought international support

What was the purpose of the 1833 Compromise Tariff?

• To increase tariff rates

• To maintain the status quo

• To reduce tariff rates and ease tensions

• To abolish all tariffs

What long-term effect did the tariff disputes have on the United States?

• They led to immediate peace

• They caused a financial boom

• They resolved all regional tensions

• They highlighted deep economic divisions