Understanding the Evolution of the Democratic Party

Which two parties emerged in the United States following the American Revolution?

• Libertarian Party and Socialist Party

• Federalist Party and Democratic-Republican Party

• Whig Party and Republican Party

• Democratic Party and Green Party

Who was the leader of the Democratic Party when it split from the Democratic-Republican Party?

• George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

• Andrew Jackson

What was the Democratic Party's stance on central government intervention during Andrew Jackson's leadership?

• Complete control over state governments

• Support for strong central government

• Minimal intervention in people's lives

• No opinion on government intervention

What major event allowed the Democrats to regain the White House in the early 20th century?

• The election of Barack Obama

• The Wall Street crash of 1929

• The American Civil War

• The signing of the Civil Rights Act

Which significant legislation was passed under Democratic leadership?

• The 19th Amendment and the Civil Rights Act

• The Emancipation Proclamation

• The Bill of Rights

• The Patriot Act