Andrew Jackson's Presidency and Policies

Andrew Jackson's presidency from 1829 to 1837 was marked by significant political and democratic changes. He founded the modern Democratic Party and implemented reforms that expanded voting rights for white males. Jackson's presidency also saw the introduction of the spoils system and the use of a 'kitchen cabinet' for advice. The Nullification Crisis highlighted tensions between federal and state powers over tariffs, leading to a compromise to avoid civil conflict. Jackson's opposition to the Second Bank of the United States resulted in its eventual demise, as he redistributed federal funds to state banks.

Who did Andrew Jackson defeat in the 1828 presidential election?

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• Henry Clay

• John Quincy Adams

What political party did Andrew Jackson and his supporters establish?

• Democratic Party

• Federalist Party

• Republican Party

• Whig Party

Which of the following was a change in campaign methods during Jackson's presidency?

• Candidates held private meetings

• Candidates held public dinners and rallies

• Candidates avoided public appearances

• Candidates used social media

How did the process of selecting presidential candidates change under Jackson?

• Candidates were chosen by popular vote

• Candidates were chosen by party leaders

• Candidates were chosen by the Supreme Court

• Candidates were chosen by Congress

What was the spoil system introduced by Jackson?

• A system where government jobs were inherited

• A system where government jobs were given to supporters and friends

• A system where government jobs were given based on merit

• A system where government jobs were auctioned

What was the purpose of Jackson's 'kitchen cabinet'?

• To provide culinary services

• To manage the White House kitchen

• To act as an informal group of advisors

• To serve as a formal advisory group

What was the main issue at the heart of the Nullification Crisis?

• The right to vote

• The election process

• The protective tariff

• The national bank

Who proposed the Compromise Tariff of 1833 to resolve the Nullification Crisis?

• Andrew Jackson

• Henry Clay

• Daniel Webster

• John C. Calhoun

Why did Andrew Jackson oppose the Second Bank of the United States?

• He believed it favored the wealthy

• He believed it was unconstitutional

• He thought it was too small

• He wanted to create a third bank

What happened to the Second Bank of the United States after Jackson's actions?

• It was strengthened

• It was nationalized

• It was dismantled

• It was relocated