Webster-Ashburton Treaty Quiz

A significant political conflict during President Andrew Jackson's term centered on the renewal of the Second Bank of the United States.

The aim of the Bank was to stabilize the American economy through a uniform currency and regulating state banks. Jackson, however, saw it as unconstitutional, favoring the wealthy elite, and undermining states' rights.

The Bank actively promoted Andrew Jackson's reelection in 1832 by supporting Whig candidates like Henry Clay. Jackson responded by vetoing the Bank's renewal bill, increasing his popularity among the common people.

Henry Clay's strategy to get the Bank's charter renewed in 1832, four years early, so that Jackson would veto it and alienate voters. Jackson's veto, however, increased his popularity and he won the election.

Also known as the 'Log Cabin Campaign,' this election (1840) was a pivotal point in political strategy. The Whigs united behind William Henry Harrison, portraying him as a humble frontiersman.

The campaign used a strategy of '2 truths and a 1 lie' to portray Harrison as a humble, common man. This countered the Democrats' image of Harrison as elite.

Slogans like 'Tippecanoe and Tyler Too' and images like log cabins and hard cider were used to appeal to the common voter. This tactic led Harrison to victory over the incumbent President, Martin Van Buren.

This campaign used slogans like 'Tippecanoe and Tyler Too,' referencing Harrison's Battle of Tippecanoe victory and his humble image. This helped them win the 1840 election.

A major political party in the United States from 1830 to 1850. It emerged in opposition to Andrew Jackson and the Democratic Party, taking their name from the British Whigs who opposed monarchical power.

The 10th U.S. President from 1841 to 1845. The first vice president to assume the presidency following the death of a sitting president (William Henry Harrison). He set a precedent for peaceful transfer of power in such circumstances.

The 9th U.S. president who served in 1841. He was a hero of the War of 1812, known for his brief presidency of only 31 days before his death.

A popular slogan for William Henry Harrison and John Tyler during the 1840 presidential campaign. Referencing Harrison's victory at the Battle of Tippecanoe in 1811, it highlighted their populist appeal, leading to their Whig victory.

Every 20 years, the Bank's charter needed renewal. Nicholas Biddle, the bank president, initiated the renewal process. Daniel Webster supported the bank and opposed Jackson's financial policies.

This economic depression, occurring during Martin Van Buren's presidency, was caused by factors such as the collapse of state banks, speculative investments, and the federal government refusing to accept paper money for land purchases.

This court case determined the Second Bank of the United States' constitutionality. Despite initially wanting to shut it down, Jackson changed his mind after hiring a new secretary.

Martin Van Buren ran for president against the Whig party. Henry Clay attempted to create a plan to restructure the 1824 election to support Whig candidates by presenting three Whig candidates.

Martin Van Buren, a candidate of the Democratic party, won the 1836 presidential election.

This party, named after the British anti-monarchy party, was essentially an 'Anti-Jackson' party.

A financial crisis lasting several years, caused by bank failures, unemployment, and economic depression. It occurred during the presidency of Martin Van Buren, even though Andrew Jackson's policies were largely responsible for the crisis.

This economic philosophy promotes minimal government involvement, emphasizing free markets and private enterprise. Believes that supply and demand should drive economic decisions without government regulations.

The U.S. government department responsible for managing public finances, overseeing tax collection, borrowing, issuing currency, and managing government accounts and debt.

Andrew Jackson opposed the Bank, believing it was unconstitutional and favored wealthy elites.

Jackson vetoed the Bank's recharter bill in 1832, leading to the Bank War. This action increased his popularity among the common people.

Clay aimed to undermine Jackson by forcing him to veto the early renewal of the Bank's charter. This move would alienate voters, but instead, it increased Jackson's popularity.

The Whig party aimed to portray Harrison as a humble, common man, using slogans, images, and simple strategies to connect with voters.

The '2 truths and a 1 lie' strategy used by the Whigs focused on Harrison's humble origins, even though he was wealthy, to make him more relatable.

The Whigs used slogans and images to appeal to the 'common man' and counter the Democratic Party's portrayal of Harrison.