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History's Hated: Andrew Jackson

Some see him as a brave and outspoken president who rose to a courageous leader from nothing. And some see him as a controversial man who killed thousands of Natives and owned slaves. See how much you know about the controversial 7th U.S. President, Andrew Jackson.
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Last updated: January 11, 2020
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What was the war he was forced into as a child?
American Revolution
When he refused to shine the shoes of a british soldier, the soldier pulled out a sword to hurt him. What did Andrew use to block the sword?
His arm
What was Jackson's nickname?
Old Hickory
What battle did Jackson have his most well known victory during his military career
Battle of New Orleans
Who did he lose to in the presidential election of 1824?
John Quincy Adams
Jackson claimed this victory was made through a corrupt _____.
bargain
What was his wife's name?
Rachael Jackson
Who was his political rival that he "regretted not shooting?"
Henry Clay
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Who was his other rival who he wanted to hang for treason?
John C. Calhoun
What was the "corrupt institution" that Jackson claimed he killed?
The National Bank
When an assassin attempted to shoot Jackson and failed, what did Jackson beat him with?
His Cane
What act did Jackson get Congress to pass that authorized the government to extinguish Indian title to lands in the Southeast?
Indian Removal Act
He taught his pet parrot how to what?
curse
What country tried to secede from the union during his presidency?
South Carolina
What presidential candidate did Jackson support and got the nickname "Young Hickory?"
James K. Polk
At what event was his parrot removed from after cursing too much?
Jackson's funeral
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May 30, 2023
Rachel Jackson is misspelled.