Andrew Jackson and Key Events of His Presidency

A set of vocabulary flashcards designed to help students review key terms related to Andrew Jackson and major events during his presidency.

Andrew Jackson

7th President of the United States (1829-1837), known as the 'Hero of New Orleans'.

Nulification Crisis

A political crisis during Jackson's presidency where South Carolina attempted to nullify federal tariffs.

Kitchen Cabinet

An unofficial group of advisors to President Jackson, composed of his friends and supporters.

Tariff of 1828

A protective tariff that led to the Nullification Crisis, opposed by southern states.

South Carolina

State that led the resistance against the Tariff of 1828, invoking the Nullification doctrine.

Indian Removal Act

Legislation passed in 1830 calling for the removal of Native American tribes to designated territories.

Five Civilized Tribes

The Creek, Choctaw, Chickasaw, Seminole, and Cherokee peoples who adopted Western customs.

Worcester v. Georgia

Supreme Court case that ruled in favor of Cherokee sovereignty, asserting federal authority over state laws.

Reservation

Designated areas of land to which Native American tribes were forcibly relocated.

Cherokee Trail of Tears

The forced relocation of Cherokee people from their homelands, resulting in thousands of deaths.

Bank War

Conflict between President Jackson and those who supported the Second Bank of the United States.

Pet Banks

State banks where Jackson deposited federal funds after vetoing the bank's charter.

Panic of 1837

A financial crisis triggered by Jackson's policies, including the killing of the Bank of the U.S.

Stephen F. Austin

Led settlers into Texas and was instrumental in its colonization.

Tejanos

Mexican residents of Texas.

Mexican Constitution of 1824

The constitution of Mexico that settlers were required to adhere to for colonization.

Catholicism

The religion to which colonists were required to convert under Mexican law.

Slavery in Texas

Initially allowed under certain conditions despite Mexico outlawing it in 1829.

American South

Region from which many settlers came to colonize Texas.

Indigenous Resistance

The opposition posed by Native American tribes to forced removal and assimilation.

Elites

Wealthy and influential individuals or groups who opposed Jackson's policies.

Majority Rule

Political principle stating that the majority's decision should prevail.

Political Scandals

Controversies involving Jackson's inner circle that drew public criticism.

Federal Government

The national government of the United States involved in key financial and territorial issues.

Cherokee Nation

A Native American tribe that resisted removal and sought legal protections.

Territorial Expansion

The policy of westward expansion that characterized Jackson's presidency.

Civic Engagement

The involvement of citizens in the political process during Jackson's time.