Jacksonian Democracy

1. What was the original group from which the Seminole people split?

• Cherokee

• Creek

• Choctaw

• Shawnee

What does the name "Seminole" likely originate from?

• A Native American legend

• The Spanish word for "runaway"

• A term meaning "warrior"

• The English word for "settler"

How many Seminoles were able to avoid removal to Indian Territory?

• ~100

• ~300

• ~500

• ~1,000

How long did it take for Florida to become a state after the US acquired it?

• 10 years

• 15 years

• 25 years

• 40 years

Why was Florida considered an important acquisition?

• It provided valuable farmland

• It helped expand the U.S. frontier to its natural borders in the south

• It increased trade with Mexico

• It was rich in gold and silver

Which election first featured four presidential candidates instead of just one party’s nominee?

• 1812

• 1824

• 1836

• 1840

What was a key reason Jackson’s supporters claimed he was cheated out of the presidency in 1824?

• Jackson lost both the popular and electoral votes

• A “corrupt bargain” was made between Adams and Clay

• Jackson was disqualified due to his military background

• Adams won by a landslide

Which political party was formed to support Andrew Jackson in 1828?

• Federalists

• National Republicans

• Democrats

• Whigs

What was one of John Quincy Adams' major goals as president?

• Limiting the federal government

• Building a national university and supporting scientific research

• Expanding the powers of Congress

• Abolishing the Electoral College

What was the Spoils System?

• A system where top party leaders chose candidates

• A method of rewarding political supporters with government jobs

• A rule that prevented federal workers from being fired

• A policy that banned presidential candidates from running more than twice