Quiz on Andrew Jackson

In what ways did Jackson seem like a "common man?"

• He was born into a wealthy family.

• He had an ability to connect with working-class voters.

• He was a member of the British aristocracy.

• He never worked hard in his life.

In what ways was Jackson not a "common man?"

• He became a major general.

• He worked as a farmer all his life.

• He never left his hometown.

• He refused to learn any new skills.

What was the name of the series of battles Andrew Jackson fought against Native Americans?

• The Creek War

• The Civil War

• The Revolutionary War

• The Mexican-American War

Which battle was known as the last battle between Jackson and the Creek?

• Battle of New Orleans

• Battle of Horseshoe Bend

• Battle of Gettysburg

• Battle of Yorktown

What was the outcome of the Creek War for the U.S.?

• The Creek gained more land

• The U.S. lost 20 million acres

• The Creek gave up almost 20 million acres to the U.S.

• The U.S. gained independence

What was the result of the election of 1824 for Andrew Jackson?

• He became President

• He lost due to the "corrupt bargain"

• He withdrew from politics

• He became Vice President

What political party did Jackson's supporters eventually form?

• Republican Party

• Federalist Party

• Democratic Party

• Whig Party

What was one of President Jackson's first acts after his loss in 1824?

• To expand the military

• To remove disloyal government workers

• To lower taxes

• To build new schools

What term did Senator William Marcy use to describe the system of appointing government workers?

• The Merit System

• The Loyalty System

• The Spoils System

• The Honor System

What was the purpose of President Jackson's "Kitchen Cabinet"?

• To cook meals for the President

• To provide informal advice

• To manage the White House staff

• To oversee military operations