President Jackson Quiz: Can You Pass?
Quiz on President Andrew Jackson
- 1.
Andrew Jackson was the______of the United States.
- A.
5th president
- B.
6th president
- C.
7th president
- D.
10th president
- E.
12th president
Correct Answer
C. 7th presidentExplanation
Andrew Jackson was the 7th president of the United States.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What religion did President Jackson follow?
- A.
Catholicism
- B.
Anglicanism
- C.
Presbyterianism
- D.
None of the above
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C. PresbyterianismExplanation
President Jackson followed Presbyterianism.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Jackson was a ______.
- A.
Whig
- B.
Democrat
- C.
Republican
- D.
All of the above
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. DemocratExplanation
Jackson was a Democrat. This means that he belonged to the Democratic Party.Rate this question:
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- 4.
How many terms did President Jackson serve?
- A.
None
- B.
One
- C.
Two
- D.
Three
- E.
Four
Correct Answer
C. TwoExplanation
President Jackson served two terms. This is because he was elected as the 7th President of the United States in 1828 and served his first term from 1829 to 1833. He was then re-elected in 1832 and served his second term from 1833 to 1837. Therefore, the correct answer is Two.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In what state was Jackson buried?
- A.
Tennessee
- B.
Alabama
- C.
Florida
- D.
Kentucky
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. TennesseeExplanation
Jackson was buried in Tennessee because he lived most of his life in Tennessee and considered it his home state. After his death, he was buried at The Hermitage, his estate near Nashville, Tennessee. Jackson's grave is located in the garden beside the mansion, where he requested to be buried.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who was Jackson's two vice presidents in order?
- A.
Henry Clay, Martin Van Buren
- B.
Martin van Buren, Henry Clay
- C.
Henry Clay, John C. Calhoun
- D.
John C. Calhoun, Martin Van Buren
Correct Answer
D. John C. Calhoun, Martin Van BurenExplanation
John C. Calhoun was Jackson's first vice president, serving from 1829 to 1832. After Calhoun resigned, Martin Van Buren became Jackson's second vice president, serving from 1833 to 1837. Therefore, the correct order of Jackson's vice presidents is John C. Calhoun, Martin Van Buren.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What was Andrew Jackson's nickname?
- A.
Coastal King
- B.
Indian Lover
- C.
Blue Lightning
- D.
Old Hickory
Correct Answer
D. Old HickoryExplanation
Andrew Jackson's nickname was "Old Hickory" because he was known for his toughness and resilience, just like the strong and durable hickory wood. This nickname was given to him by his soldiers during the War of 1812, as he was seen as a strong leader who could withstand any challenge. It became a symbol of his strong and decisive personality, which he carried throughout his presidency.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What dollar bill does Jackson's face appear on?
- A.
$5
- B.
$10
- C.
$20
- D.
$50
- E.
$100
Correct Answer
C. $20Explanation
Jackson's face appears on the $20 bill.Rate this question:
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