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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Andrew Jackson and the Rise of Liberal Capitalism.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On the American frontier, how was social hierarchy gained?
(a) Through family connections and marriage.
(b) Through political power.
(c) Through invention and industry.
(d) Through military and financial success.

2. According to Hofstadter, how is Andrew Jackson often depicted?
(a) As one of the most influential men in history.
(b) As an opponent of aristocratic privilege.
(c) As an arrogant aristocrat.
(d) As an aggressive proponent for military conquest.

3. With what political party was Alexander Hamilton associated?
(a) The Federalists.
(b) The Whigs.
(c) The Democratic-Republicans.
(d) The Progressive Party.

4. How did the Founders feel about democracy?
(a) It was a limited method of protecting liberty.
(b) It was effective as long as the people believed in the nation.
(c) It would eventually dissolve into an oligarchy.
(d) It was the perfect method of protecting liberty.

5. What changes did Thomas Jefferson make in Virginia?
(a) He paved the way for emancipation in Virginia.
(b) Radical economic reforms.
(c) Modest social reforms.
(d) The Virginia legislature was divided into two branches.

Short Answer Questions

1. From which ancient philosophers did the Founders draw ideas?

2. What were Thomas Jefferson's interests?

3. With what class were most of the Founders associated?

4. As president, which institution did Andrew Jackson allow to expire?

5. Who won the presidential election in 1824?

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