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What was the primary purpose of the Anti-Masonic Party formed in the 1820s?
What was the primary purpose of the Anti-Masonic Party formed in the 1820s?
What was the common theme among the Know-Nothings and the nativist forces within the Whig Party?
What was the common theme among the Know-Nothings and the nativist forces within the Whig Party?
Which group tended to strongly support the Democratic Party?
Which group tended to strongly support the Democratic Party?
When did the American Party, also known as the Know-Nothings, win office across the country?
When did the American Party, also known as the Know-Nothings, win office across the country?
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What was a significant influence on the Whig Party?
What was a significant influence on the Whig Party?
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Study Notes
Political Movements Influencing the Whig Coalition
- The Anti-Masonic Party emerged in the 1820s with the goal of eliminating the Freemasons.
- The American Party, also known as the Know-Nothings, developed later, driven by anti-immigrant sentiment.
- The American Party achieved electoral success across the country in the 1850s.
Nativism and Its Influence on the Whig Party
- Nativism was a significant force, particularly within the Whig Party.
- Whig Party members observed that urban Irish Catholics predominantly supported the Democrats.
- This led to growing tensions between the Whig Party and the Irish Catholic community.
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This quiz explores the emergence of the Anti-Masonic Party and the American Party, also known as the Know-Nothings, and their influence on the Whig Coalition in the 19th century. Learn about the role of nativism in shaping American politics during this time.
