Jackson Quiz 5: Chapters 1-3 Flashcards
friendliness
affability
very serious, unhappy, and quiet; gloomy
morose
an official act of reprimand or condemnation
censure
a state of not being active and having very little energy
torpor
the dress characteristic of an occupation or occasion; clothing
habiliments
beginning to develop or exist
incipient
impoliteness; vulgarity
churlishness
to make (something, such as an unpleasant feeling) less painful or sever
assuage
an action or occurrence that causes someone to become angry
provocation
a lack or loss of the basic things that people need to live properly
privation
What do you think the author meant by this statement: “Whatever may be the views entertained in regard to his merits as a warrior, or his abilities as a statesman, his conduct in both capacities was such as must necessarily command attention”?
Many people loved Jackson and many others hated him. But whatever the case, you couldn’t ignore him. He was a bold person who provoked bold things.
Describe the incident that left a scar on Jackson’s left hand.
Jackson was taken prisoner by the British. He refused to clean a soldier’s boots, stating that he should be treated with the respect a prisoner of war is due. The soldier struck at the young Jackson’s head with his sword, but the blow was deflected by Jackson’s left hand.
As budding lawyer on the western frontier, Jackson made 22 trips into the dangerous backwoods country of Tennessee. What do we learn about the character of Jackson during this time?
He was exposed to many dangers, but never seemed to flinch. He developed strong leadership skills, often leading groups of people through this untamed wilderness. He also developed a reputation for being someone who shouldn’t be provoked to anger.
How did Jackson end up in his infamous duel with Charles Dickinson? What does this event reveal about Jackson’s character
There was a dispute between the two over a horse-racing incident. Insults and letters were exchanged over a period of days until Jackson challenged him to duel on May 23. This incident reveals several insights into the nature of Andrew Jackson: he was fiercely loyal, he was chivalrous to a fault, he had not fear of anyone or death itself, and he was given to hotheadedness.
What did Jackson do once he found out that his partner in business had racked up more debt than he could afford? What does this tell you about Jackson?
Jackson promptly sold his plantation, paid his debts, and moved into a log cabin. He quickly was able to recover, however. Include your opinion about his character.
