21 April Think ‘bout it: What was it about Jackson’s character /

experience that drew people to follow/support him? Explain

Today, I will be able to explain Jackson’s time as President.

To receive any credit for 11.1 /11.3 I must see it before the end of today.

I will need to see your 12.1.

12.2: pages 329-32

Writing Assignment was distributed yesterday, make sure you get the organizer.

Voting Requirements

Whig Party Name taken from a traditional British political

party that was opposed to absolute monarchs (meant to be symbolic, regarding “King Andrew I”)

Created as an opposition to Jacksonian Democratic Party.

Named after the Whigs of the American Revolution = Another name for patriot

Believed in having a National Bank Believed in the supremacy of Congress over the

President 4 Presidents (Harrison –died in office, Tyler, Taylor-

died in office, Fillmore) Party begins to dissolve over slavery (Republican

party is formed Lincoln)

Writing Assignment

Introduction: Biographical information about Jackson Your definition of a hero or villain Your statement about Jackson.

Body 1: Main Idea 1: Give me an attention grabber Discuss your event or trait and explain in detail how that

made Jackson a hero or villain. Body 2

Repeat Conclusion:

Provide broader context Style: Persuasive

History v. Jackson

Jackson

Crash Course Jackson

Main Issues During Jackson’s Presidency

Spoils System Kitchen Cabinet Nullification Worcester v. Georgia Second Bank Charter Indian Removal