Andrew Jackson's Policies and Controversies

The video covers Andrew Jackson's presidency, focusing on his election in 1828, the expansion of suffrage, and his implementation of the spoils system. It discusses his controversial use of veto power, the nullification crisis with South Carolina, and the Indian Removal Act, which led to the forced relocation of Native Americans. Jackson's defiance of Supreme Court rulings and his portrayal as a tyrant in political cartoons are also highlighted.

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

• Voting age was lowered to 18.

• African Americans were granted suffrage.

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

• Women were allowed to vote.

What was the spoil system practiced by Andrew Jackson?

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

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

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

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

Why did Andrew Jackson oppose the National Bank?

• He believed it was unconstitutional.

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

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

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

What was the main issue during the nullification crisis?

• The expansion of the United States westward.

• The enforcement of federal tariffs by South Carolina.

• The election of a new vice president.

• The legality of slavery in new states.

Who was known as the 'great compromiser' during the nullification crisis?

• Andrew Jackson

• John C. Calhoun

• John Quincy Adams

• Henry Clay

What was the purpose of the Indian Removal Act?

• To provide Native Americans with citizenship rights.

• To protect Native American lands from settlers.

• To integrate Native Americans into American society.

• To relocate Native Americans to designated territories in the west.

Which Supreme Court case ruled in favor of the Cherokee staying on their land?

• McCullough v. Maryland

• Marbury v. Madison

• Worcester v. Georgia

• Dred Scott v. Sandford

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

• He appealed the decision to a higher court.

• He ignored the decision and proceeded with the Indian Removal Act.

• He enforced the court's decision.

• He resigned from the presidency.

What was a common portrayal of Andrew Jackson in political cartoons?

• As a benevolent leader.

• As a revolutionary hero.

• As a king or tyrant.

• As a weak and indecisive president.

Why was Andrew Jackson often compared to a king?

• He was born into royalty.

• He frequently used his veto power and ignored Supreme Court rulings.

• He established a monarchy in the United States.

• He wore a crown during public appearances.