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Which factor most directly led to Andrew Jackson's formation of the Democratic Party after the 1824 election?
Which factor most directly led to Andrew Jackson's formation of the Democratic Party after the 1824 election?
- His desire to dismantle the existing Federalist Party.
- His frustration over losing the election despite winning the popular vote. (correct)
- His belief that the common people should have more control over the government.
- His aim to overturn the Supreme Court's decision on states' rights.
Which group was excluded from voting rights up until the 1830s?
Which group was excluded from voting rights up until the 1830s?
- White men without property
- All African Americans
- All women
- All of the above (correct)
What was the primary intention behind the tariff law passed by Congress in 1828?
What was the primary intention behind the tariff law passed by Congress in 1828?
- To generate revenue for infrastructure development in the Southern states.
- To foster the expansion of manufacturing within the United States. (correct)
- To decrease the cost of imported goods for consumers.
- To establish trade relationships with European nations.
What action led to critics accusing President Jackson of implementing the 'Spoils System'?
What action led to critics accusing President Jackson of implementing the 'Spoils System'?
How did Jackson justify his policy of rotating civil servant positions?
How did Jackson justify his policy of rotating civil servant positions?
Flashcards
Election of 1824
Election of 1824
A presidential election where Jackson won the popular vote but lost to John Quincy Adams.
Democratic Party
Democratic Party
A political party created by Jackson and his supporters to represent common people.
Jacksonian Democracy
Jacksonian Democracy
The belief that government should be controlled by ordinary people, not elites.
Spoils System
Spoils System
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Tariffs of 1828
Tariffs of 1828
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