The Age of Jackson: Key Concepts

The video explores the Age of Jackson, a period from 1828 to 1848 marked by significant political and economic changes in the United States. It highlights the expansion of democracy through universal white male suffrage, the rise of the Democratic and Whig parties, and key events during Andrew Jackson's presidency, including the Indian Removal Act and the Bank War. The era saw increased political participation for white men but continued subjugation of others. The video concludes with the lasting impact of Jacksonian democracy on American politics.

What was a significant political development during the Age of Jackson?

• The introduction of universal suffrage for all citizens

• The expansion of democracy to all white men

• The establishment of a monarchy

• The abolition of slavery

What does the term 'Jacksonian Democracy' refer to?

• The establishment of a single-party system

• The expansion of voting rights to all white men

• A system where only property owners could vote

• The end of political parties in the U.S.

Which political party did Andrew Jackson lead?

• The Whigs

• The Federalists

• The Democratic Party

• The Republican Party

What was the Indian Removal Act?

• A policy to forcibly relocate Native Americans west of the Mississippi

• A law to protect Native American lands

• A policy to integrate Native Americans into U.S. society

• An act to grant Native Americans U.S. citizenship

How did Andrew Jackson view the national bank?

• As a political enemy that favored the wealthy

• As a means to promote international trade

• As a necessary institution for economic stability

• As a tool to support western farmers

What was the main criticism of Andrew Jackson by the Whigs?

• He was too focused on foreign policy

• He was too lenient with Congress

• He acted like a king with too much power

• He was too supportive of Native American rights

What did the Whigs advocate for during the Age of Jackson?

• A return to agrarian society

• The abolition of political parties

• Isolation from international markets

• A strong federal government to support economic development

What was a major consequence of Jackson's presidency?

• The end of the two-party system

• The decline of the Democratic Party

• The strengthening of the national bank

• The expansion of presidential power

What was a significant impact of the Age of Jackson on Native Americans?

• They were granted U.S. citizenship

• They formed a new political party

• They were forcibly removed to lands west of the Mississippi

• They gained new territories in the east

How did the Age of Jackson affect voting rights?

• Voting rights were abolished

• Voting rights were granted to women

• Voting rights were expanded to all white men

• Voting rights were restricted to property owners