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What was the main reason behind the formation of the Whig Party in 1834?
What was the main reason behind the formation of the Whig Party in 1834?
- To oppose the election of Francis Brooke
- To support Andrew Jackson's reelection
- To rescue the Government and public liberty (correct)
- To promote Henry Clay's presidential ambitions
Who gave the Whig Party its anti-monarchical name?
Who gave the Whig Party its anti-monarchical name?
- Michael F. Holt
- Andrew Jackson
- Francis Brooke
- Henry Clay (correct)
What was Henry Clay's role in the 1832 presidential election?
What was Henry Clay's role in the 1832 presidential election?
- He was a senator from Kentucky at the time
- He was the incumbent president
- He was Andrew Jackson's running mate
- He ran against Andrew Jackson for president (correct)
What was the purpose of Henry Clay's private meetings in 1834?
What was the purpose of Henry Clay's private meetings in 1834?
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What is the title of the book that quotes Henry Clay's letter to Francis Brooke?
What is the title of the book that quotes Henry Clay's letter to Francis Brooke?
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Formation of the Whig Party
- The Whig Party was formally organized in 1834 to counter Andrew Jackson's presidency and "rescue the Government and public liberty."
- The party was formed after Jackson's reelection, indicating a strong opposition to his policies and presidency.
- Henry Clay, a senator from Kentucky, played a key role in forming the party, holding private meetings to unite anti-Jackson leaders from diverse backgrounds.
- Clay, who had previously run against Jackson for president, gave the Whig Party its anti-monarchical name, opposing Jackson's perceived monarchical tendencies.
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