The Jackson Era
Discussion & Essay Questions
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Sample of Discussion & Essay Questions
- What effect did Andrew Jackson have on American politics?
- How did he change the political process for the better?
- For the worse?
- What examples of Jackson’s political legacy can we identify in contemporary politics?
- Why did Jackson win the election of 1828?
- Was his victory rooted in ideology? Economics? Geography? Explain.
- Are American politics more civil today? Use specific examples to justify your answer.