Jacksonian Democracy
Why?
Jackson’s victory represented an important shift in the power base in the,
the west and the common man would play an increasingly important role
in the governing of the nation. In this activity you will have the opportunity
to reflect on the presidency of Andrew Jackson and the political, social
and economic impact the administration had on the nation. Focus
Question: In what ways did the Age of Jackson differ from the Age of
Jefferson?
Directions: Individually, please take the next 2 minutes to review and solve the following pundles.
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In this activity you will match a pundle to each of the following themes.
1. In box 1 you will need to list the associated terms that relate to the theme.
2. In box 2 you will write the solution to the pundle.
3. In box 3 you will explain the connection between the pundle and the theme.
Your connections must demonstrate an understanding of the content. Show what you
know!
The Theme 1:
The election to the presidency of the frontier aristocrat and common person’s hero, Andrew Jackson, signaled the
end of the older elitist political leadership represented by John Quincy Adams. A new spirit of mass democracy and
popular involvement swept through American society, bringing new energy as well as conflict and corruption to public
life.
 Associated Terms
 The Pundle:
 Connecting the Pundle:
The Theme 2:
Jackson successfully mobilized the techniques of the New Democracy and presidential power to win a series of
dramatic political battles against his enemies. But by the late 1830s, his Whig opponents had learned to use the
same popular political weapons against the Democrats, signaling the emergence of the second American party
system.
 Associated Terms
 The Pundle:
 Connecting the Pundle:
Part 2: Pro Se Court Preparation
#history
Directions:
Create a hashtag for each of the following topics. Your hashtags should provide an insight into
the topics’ significance and your own understanding of Jacksonian Democracy. Each hashtag must be
supported with historical evidence.
Topic
Changes in party
politics
spoils system
Nullification Crisis
[from Andrew
Jackson’s perspective]
Cabinet Crises
John Quincy Adams
[from Andrew
Jackson’s perspective]
Tariff of 1832
Indian Removal
Whig Party
Hashtag
Historical evidence
Panic of 1837
Charles River Bridge v.
Warren Bridge (1837)
Birth of Texas
The Bank War
Reflections!
Using the T-Chart below, identify and analyze Jackson’s actions and accomplishments during his tenure in office to
determine whether he should be considered the “Champion of the Common Man” or “King Andrew I.” When prompted,
you must be able to advocate for Jackson as either the “Champion of the Common Man” or “King Andrew I.”
Should Andrew Jackson be characterized as…?
Champion of the Common Man
King Andrew I
Response Activity
What do you think?
Examine the political cartoons below and respond to the following question in the space provided. What
group(s) would characterize Jackson in this way? Why?
Nicholas Biddle