Extra Credit Andrew Jackson

Who was Andrew Jackson?

• A famous scientist
• The inventor of the telephone
• A renowned artist
• The 7th President of the United States

What was Andrew Jackson accused of in relation to his presidency?

• Inventing the spoils system

• Degrading the office of the presidency

• Promoting peace with Native Americans

• Improving the financial system

What system did Andrew Jackson introduce upon taking office?

• Federal Reserve System

• Rotation in office

• The spoils system

• Merit-based employment

What was a direct consequence of Jackson's war against the Bank of the United States?

• The financial Panic of 1837

• Increased foreign investment

• Growth in small businesses

• Stability in the banking sector

What was the primary reason for the Indian Removal Act according to the defense?

• To promote trade with Native Americans

• To provide land for white settlers

• To exploit natural resources

• To protect Native Americans from extermination

How did Andrew Jackson's administration justify the Indian Removal Act?

• By offering fair compensation to all tribes

• By stating it was for the Native Americans' safety

• Through negotiations with all Native leaders

• By claiming the land was unused