The 1824 and 1828 Elections

The video explores the Age of Jackson, highlighting the shift in political culture from 1824 to 1840. It discusses the expansion of political participation, the rise of national political parties, and the impact of these changes on the elections of 1824 and 1828. The video also delves into the political rivalries and scandals of the era, including the 'corrupt bargain' and the personal attacks during the 1828 election, which contributed to a divisive political culture.

What was a significant change in political culture during the Age of Jackson?

• The introduction of universal suffrage for women

• The decline of political parties

• Increased political participation

• The rise of monarchy

How did national political parties increase voter participation during the Age of Jackson?

• By abolishing elections

• By reducing the number of political parties

• By implementing a monarchy

• By creating partisan newspapers and grassroots organizations

What was the outcome of the 1824 election?

• John Quincy Adams was chosen by the House of Representatives

• Andrew Jackson became president

• Henry Clay became president

• The election was decided by the Supreme Court

What was the 'corrupt bargain' in the 1824 election?

• An agreement between Adams and Clay

• A deal between Jackson and Adams

• A pact between Jackson and Clay

• A treaty with foreign nations

Why was the tariff of 1824 unpopular in the South?

• It abolished slavery

• It decreased the price of cotton

• It increased the cost of manufactured goods

• It favored Southern planters

What strategy did Andrew Jackson use in the 1828 election to gain support?

• Advocating for women's suffrage

• Supporting John Quincy Adams

• Promoting the tariff of 1824

• Aligning with Martin Van Buren

How did Jackson's supporters portray John Quincy Adams during the 1828 election?

• As an elitist out of touch with everyday Americans

• As a champion of the common people

• As a war hero

• As a supporter of the South

What personal attack was made against Andrew Jackson's wife, Rachel, during the 1828 election?

• She was accused of theft

• She was accused of bigamy

• She was accused of espionage

• She was accused of treason

What was a key characteristic of the 1828 election?

• A lack of voter participation

• A peaceful transition of power

• Intensely personal attacks between candidates

• A focus on foreign policy

What was the long-term impact of the bitterness from the 1828 election?

• It led to the Civil War

• It strengthened the Federalist Party

• It resulted in a monarchy

• It ended political parties