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Jacksonian Democracy
Discussed the influence of Jackson on the US political system, and Jackson's Indian Removal Policy
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7th Grade
02/17/2011

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Did Jackson defeat the Native American?
Definition
yes
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After he defeated the Native Americans, Jackson made what threat?
Definition
he would kill their leaders if they did not give up their lands from previous treaties (agreements)
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Who was the leader of the American forces (army) in the Battle of New Orleans?
Definition
Jackson
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The Battle of New Orleans was between whom?
Definition
America and Brittain
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Who won the Battle of New Orleans?
Definition
America
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How old was Jackson when both his parents died?
Definition
before he was 15
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Why did Jackson grow up faster than most kids his age?
Definition
both his parents died before he was 15
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What effect did Jackson's growing up early have on his character?
Definition
he was strong-minded and determined
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How did Jackson reward his supporters (people who voted for him)?
Definition
He gave them government jobs
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Was Jackson for the common people or for the wealthy?
Definition
common people
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Did Jackson feel that ordinary people should be involved in the government?
Definition
yes, because he was for the common people
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How did Jackson feel about the banks?
Definition
He felt the bank was too powerful.
Term
How was the National Bank too powerful?
Definition
It limited the amount of money that state banks could lend to merchants (businessmen) and farmers
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When merchants (businesses) and farmers couldn't borrow enough money, what happened?
Definition
the National Bank had to close
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Who did Jackson believe should have land?
Definition
white settlers and NOT Native Americans
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