Andrew Jackson's Impact on Democracy

The video introduces Andrew Jackson, focusing on his journey to the presidency and his impact on American democracy. It covers the elections of 1824 and 1828, highlighting the 'corrupt bargain' and the shift towards the common man's involvement in politics. Jackson's presidency is marked by his representation of the common people and the implementation of the spoils system.

What was Andrew Jackson's main contribution to democracy in the United States?

• He abolished the electoral college.

• He introduced a new tax system.

• He expanded voting rights to the common man.

• He restricted voting rights to landowners.

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

• A pact between Andrew Jackson and John Quincy Adams.

• An agreement between John Quincy Adams and Henry Clay.

• A treaty signed by all presidential candidates.

• A deal between Andrew Jackson and Henry Clay.

Who were Andrew Jackson's main opponents in the 1824 election?

• James Monroe and John Adams

• John Quincy Adams and Henry Clay

• Thomas Jefferson and James Madison

• Martin Van Buren and John Calhoun

What significant change occurred in the election of 1828?

• The abolition of the electoral college.

• The introduction of electronic voting.

• The introduction of a new political party.

• The expansion of voting rights to the common man.

Which battle contributed to Andrew Jackson's popularity among the common people?

• Battle of Gettysburg

• Battle of New Orleans

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Yorktown

What was the main focus of the new political party created by Andrew Jackson?

• Promoting industrialization

• Supporting the wealthy elite

• Expanding the military

• Advocating for the common man

What was the atmosphere in Washington D.C. like during Jackson's inauguration?

• Quiet and reserved

• Chaotic and disorganized

• Festive and crowded

• Empty and deserted

What was the 'spoils system' introduced by Andrew Jackson?

• A system of rewarding political supporters with government jobs

• A method of distributing land to settlers

• A new taxation policy

• A military strategy

What was the 'kitchen cabinet' during Jackson's presidency?

• A political party

• A new type of government building

• A group of official advisors

• A term for Jackson's informal group of advisors

What was a key feature of Jackson's presidency regarding his supporters?

• He taxed them heavily.

• He banned them from voting.

• He gave them government jobs.

• He ignored them completely.