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Jacksonian Democracy
Jacksonian Democracy 'Veritas' questions.
Question | Answer |
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What was Andrew Jackson's nickname? | Old Hickory |
Where did Andrew Jackson receive his education? | He was self taught |
When did he become a hero? | The War of 1812 |
What was unique about his election as president? | He was the first president not from the original 13 colonies. |
How did the people regard him? | He was a man of the people. |
Who was able to vote? How was this different from previous elections? | Voting rights changed from propertied adult males to all adult males. |
How did Jackson encourage his supporters after his election? | He gave them federal jobs. |
How did Jackson control the legislation he opposed. | He used the Presidential Veto more than any other president. |
What was Jackson willing to do to preserve a strong union? | He was willing to take military action if threatened. |
Why did Jackson remove control of federal money? | He believed in a free enterprise. |
Who were three important statesmen during this time? | - Henry Clay - John Calhoun - Daniel Webster |
At the end of Jackson's term in 1836, what two important events occurred? | 1. America fought Santa Anna at the Alamo 2. Congress recognized Texas as an independent country after denying them statehood. |