12 Questions
Who was the founder of the Democratic Party and the eighth president of the United States?
Martin Van Buren
What was the primary concern of John Calhoun?
The rights of southerners
What was the main purpose of the Nullification Act?
To make new tariffs illegal
What was the Spoils System?
A system of government jobs for supporters
What was the primary goal of the Whig Party?
To increase taxes and tariffs
Who was the first president of the Whig Party?
William Henry Harrison
What was the Trail of Tears?
A forced relocation of Native Americans from their homes in the East
What was the purpose of the Erie Canal?
To create an artificial waterway from Lake Erie to New York
Who was the leader of the Mormons after Joseph Smith was killed?
Brigham Young
What was the result of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?
The U.S. acquired California and New Mexico from Mexico
What was the idea that drove the expansion of the United States during the 19th century?
The idea of Manifest Destiny
What was the purpose of the Santa Fe Trail?
To connect Missouri to Santa Fe
Test your knowledge of influential figures in US history, including presidents Andrew Jackson and John Quincy Adams, and notable politicians like Henry Clay. Learn about their roles and contributions to the development of American democracy.
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