15 Questions
What was the main reason for the formation of the Whig Party?
Perception of Andrew Jackson as a king rather than a President
Who were the main founders of the Whig Party?
Henry Clay and Daniel Webster
What event led to the dissolution of the Federalists party?
The War of 1812
What term was used to describe Henry Clay's actions in swinging votes away from Andrew Jackson in the 1824 election?
Corrupt Bargain
Which political party was dominant during the Era of Good Feelings?
Democratic-Republicans
What was the outcome of the first Presidential election for the Whig Party in 1836?
Lost
What was the reason behind the Whig Party's victory in the 1840 Presidential election?
Economic panic due to Jackson's actions
What event led to the final divide of the Whig Party?
Passage of the Kansas-Nebraska Act
Who became President after William Henry Harrison's death 31 days into his term?
John Tyler
Which party was formed by many anti-slavery Whig Party members in 1854?
Republican Party
What was one of the core values of the Whig Party?
Support for the Second National Bank
What did Andrew Jackson support that caused him to be portrayed negatively by his Whig opponents?
Abolition of the National Bank
What action did Andrew Jackson take in relation to the Native Americans that defied the U.S. Supreme Court's rulings?
Supporting the forced removal of Native Americans to the west
Why did the Whig Party believe protective tariffs were necessary?
To control and regulate American currency and spending
What did Andrew Jackson advocate for that resulted in a notable shift in American politics?
Greater involvement of common man Americans in politics
Learn about the history and development of the Whig Party in the United States from 1834 to 1854, including its origins and opposition to Andrew Jackson's presidency.
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