Jacksonian Flashcards
(50 cards)
What years did the era of Jacksonian Democracy span?
The era of Jacksonian Democracy spanned from the early 1800s to just before the Civil War.
Who was the key figure associated with Jacksonian Democracy?
Andrew Jackson.
True or False: Jacksonian Democracy emphasized the rights of the elite over the common man.
False.
What was the main political party associated with Jacksonian Democracy?
The Democratic Party.
Fill in the blank: Jacksonian Democracy is characterized by an expansion of __________ rights.
voting.
What was the Indian Removal Act of 1830?
A law that authorized the forced relocation of Native American tribes to lands west of the Mississippi River.
Which event is often viewed as a significant failure of Jacksonian Democracy?
The Trail of Tears.
Multiple choice: Which of the following was a key feature of Jacksonian Democracy? A) Aristocracy B) Universal manhood suffrage C) Monarchical rule
B) Universal manhood suffrage.
What was the significance of the spoils system during Jackson’s presidency?
It allowed Jackson to reward political supporters with government jobs.
True or False: Jacksonian Democracy supported the Second Bank of the United States.
False.
What was the Nullification Crisis?
A confrontation between South Carolina and the federal government over the state’s refusal to pay tariffs.
Fill in the blank: Andrew Jackson’s presidency is often characterized by a strong belief in __________ democracy.
participatory.
What was the primary objective of the American System that Jackson opposed?
To promote economic development through a national bank, tariffs, and internal improvements.
Multiple choice: Which of the following policies did Jackson advocate? A) Centralized government B) States’ rights C) Monarchical governance
B) States’ rights.
What was the primary focus of the Jacksonian Democratic ideology?
To empower the common man and increase participation in government.
True or False: The era of Jacksonian Democracy saw the expansion of slavery into new territories.
True.
Who were the main opponents of Andrew Jackson’s policies?
The Whig Party.
Fill in the blank: The __________ was a significant political shift that marked the rise of Jacksonian Democracy.
Second Party System.
What was Jackson’s stance on the Second Bank of the United States?
He opposed it and ultimately dismantled it.
Multiple choice: Which reform movement gained traction during the Jacksonian era? A) Abolitionism B) Monarchism C) Feudalism
A) Abolitionism.
True or False: Jackson believed in a limited government.
False.
What was the significance of the election of 1828?
It marked a shift towards more democratic participation in elections.
Fill in the blank: The __________ was a major conflict that highlighted sectional tensions during Jackson’s presidency.
Nullification Crisis.
What role did the press play during the Jacksonian Democracy era?
It served as a vehicle for political expression and mobilization of public opinion.
