US Presidential Elections: John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson

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What was the primary goal of Henry Clay's 'American System'?

To strengthen national power and individual rights through internal trade and infrastructure development (correct)

To create a central bank to regulate the economy

To reduce tariffs and promote free trade with foreign countries

To promote western expansion and the growth of slavery

What was the result of the drop in land requirements for voting in eastern states?

More people were eligible to vote, and voter turnout improved (correct)

More people were eligible to vote, but only for state elections

Fewer people were eligible to vote

More people were eligible to vote, but only for federal elections

What was the primary concern of the South regarding the Tariff of 1828?

It would limit their ability to export raw farm products

It would lead to higher prices for manufactured goods

It would promote western expansion and the growth of slavery

It would require higher tariffs to refill the treasury (correct)

What was a result of the growing spirit of equality and national identity in the Age of Jackson?

A decrease in social classes and an increase in voter participation Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the North's support of the Tariff of 1828?

To protect their manufactured goods from foreign competition Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of the western region regarding the Tariff of 1828?

To aid the settlement of small farmers on the western frontier by keeping land prices low Signup and view all the answers

What was the significant change introduced by nominating conventions in the political process?

A greater voice for average Americans in choosing candidates Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the expansion of voter rights in New York in 1821?

Property ownership was no longer a requirement to vote Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary criticism of John Quincy Adams' presidency?

He was too involved in government, leading to an overreach of power Signup and view all the answers

What was the characteristic of Jackson's leadership style that appealed to the common people?

His humble background and connection to the average American Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the spoils system on American politics?

It increased the power of the presidency and led to a more patronage-based system Signup and view all the answers

What was the main difference between the Whig and Democratic parties in the 1820s?

The Whigs were more appealing to the upper class, while the Democrats were more appealing to the lower class Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequence of the Hartford Convention on the Federalist Party's reputation?

It made the party appear as traitors to the American people Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Election of 1824, which led to the 'Corrupt Bargain'?

John Quincy Adams was elected president after a deal with Henry Clay Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Gibbons v. Ogden (1824) Supreme Court ruling?

It granted the federal government exclusive control over interstate commerce Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary consequence of the British blockade during the War of 1812?

It forced the United States to become self-sufficient and triggered the Industrial Revolution Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the McCulloch v. Maryland (1819) Supreme Court ruling?

The court ruled that states may not tax national organizations and institutions Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary characteristic of Andrew Jackson's leadership style?

He was a charismatic leader who appealed to the common man and expanded voter rights Signup and view all the answers

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