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Jacksonian Democracy
History Test 2 Jacksonian Democracy
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the date for Jacksonian Democracy? | 1829-1837 |
| What was Andrew Jackson's nickname? | Old Hickory |
| When did he become a hero? | He became a hero during the War of 1812 |
| What was unique about his election as president? | He was the first president not from the original thirteen colonies. |
| How did the people regard him? | He was a man of the people. |
| At this time, who was able to vote? | The only people able to vote at this time were males who owned property. |
| Who was able to vote after Jackson became president? | All adult males were able to vote after Jackson became president. |
| How did Jackson encourage his supporters after his election? | Jackson gave supporters federal jobs following his election. |
| How did Jackson control legislation that he opposed? | Jackson used the VETO to control legislation he opposed. |
| What was Jackson willing to do to preserve a strong nation? | Jackson was willing to take military action to preserve the nation. |
| Why did Jackson remove control of federal money? | He strongly believed in free enterprise. |
| Who were three important statesmen during this time? | Henry Clay (the "Great Compromiser")John Calhoun, Daniel Webster were three important statesmen. |
| What two important events occurred at the end of Jackson's term in 1836? | The Battle of the Alamo and Congress recognized Texas as an independent country after denying them statehood. |
| Who was the worst-haired president ? lol | Martin VanBuren |