Unit 6: Jacksonian Democracy

The focus of this unit will be on decisions of American President Andrew Jackson changes the role of government especially the role of the President of the United States. Was Andrew Jackson democratic? Was he a good president? To make your decision, you will have to learn what each challenge to his presidency accomplished or did not accomplish and ultimately evaluate whether or not he made good choices.

Jackson Day 1

What do the following sources reveal to you about Andrew Jackson?

Document what you learned from the biography of Jackson. 5 min to read 5 min discuss and document

Look for events, names, terms, and dates that will tell you who Andrew Jackson is. (Video Introduction)

THE GOOD, EVIL, AND THE PRESIDENCY

Andrew Jackson and Political Cartoons