Andrew Jackson and Key Historical Events

The video covers Andrew Jackson's presidency, focusing on his election in 1828, where expanded suffrage allowed more common men to vote. Jackson's presidency is marked by his defiance of the Supreme Court, notably in the National Bank controversy and the Indian Removal Act. The nullification crisis with South Carolina over tariffs is also discussed, highlighting Jackson's strong stance against secession. The Indian Removal Act led to the forced relocation of Native Americans, despite a Supreme Court ruling in their favor, resulting in the Trail of Tears.

What significant change in voting rights helped Andrew Jackson win the 1828 election?

• All white men could vote, regardless of land ownership.

• Voting age was lowered to 16.

• Women were allowed to vote.

• African Americans were granted suffrage.

What was the spoil system practiced by Andrew Jackson?

• A system where government jobs were given based on merit.

• A system where political supporters were rewarded with government jobs.

• A system where jobs were auctioned to the highest bidder.

• A system where only family members could hold government positions.

Why did Andrew Jackson oppose the National Bank?

• He believed it favored the wealthy over the common man.

• He thought it was too small to manage the country's finances.

• He wanted to create a new bank with his own policies.

• He believed it was unconstitutional.

What was the main issue in the nullification crisis?

• The expansion of the United States westward.

• The legality of slavery in new states.

• The election of Andrew Jackson as President.

• The enforcement of federal tariffs by South Carolina.

How was the nullification crisis resolved?

• The tariffs were completely abolished.

• The federal government enforced the original tariffs with military force.

• A compromise tariff was introduced, reducing the tariffs gradually.

• South Carolina seceded from the Union.

What was the purpose of the Indian Removal Act?

• To grant Native Americans citizenship.

• To protect Native American lands from settlers.

• To relocate Native Americans to lands west of the Mississippi River.

• To integrate Native Americans into American society.

What was the outcome of the Worcester v. Georgia Supreme Court case?

• The Cherokee were forced to move west.

• The Indian Removal Act was declared unconstitutional.

• The federal government was given control over all Native American lands.

• The Cherokee were allowed to stay on their land.

How did Andrew Jackson respond to the Supreme Court's decision in Worcester v. Georgia?

• He complied with the decision and allowed the Cherokee to stay.

• He ignored the decision and enforced the Indian Removal Act.

• He negotiated a new treaty with the Cherokee.

• He appealed the decision to a higher court.

Why was Andrew Jackson often depicted as a king in political cartoons?

• He was known for his royal lineage.

• He frequently wore royal attire.

• He was perceived as abusing his presidential powers.

• He declared himself king of the United States.

What was one of the reasons Andrew Jackson was considered a tyrant?

• He expanded the powers of the legislative branch.

• He abolished the executive branch.

• He reduced the size of the military.

• He frequently ignored Supreme Court rulings.