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

2. Who won the presidential election in 1828?
(a) John Quincy Adams.
(b) Henry Clay.
(c) Andrew Jackson.
(d) William Crawford.

3. What type of politician was Thomas Jefferson?
(a) Liberal.
(b) Progressive.
(c) Conservative.
(d) Moderate.

4. With what class was Andrew Jackson associated?
(a) The aristocracy.
(b) The working class.
(c) The laborers.
(d) The middle class.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Andrew Jackson want to close down the bank or force inflation?

2. How did the Founders design ruling institutions?

3. How did Thomas Jefferson feel about property rights?

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

5. How does Hofstadter describe Thomas Jefferson's foreign policy?

(see the answer key)

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