Essay Q: Explain how Andrew Jackson was either a good, bad, and controversial president. Provide two examples for each and in your conclusion state whether you believe he was a good or bad president.
The paper will be no longer than three pages typed, double spaced, 12 font, Times New Roman, with one-inch margins. I will not read any paper longer than three typed pages. The paper will be written in the third person. YOU MUST PRINT THE PAPER! -10 PTS IF YOU EMAIL IT!
You do not NEED to include any outside sources. The only sources you may use are this packet and any video or video podcast that you have watched in class.
-15 points if you use an outside source… I’ll know. Trust me.
Topics you may wish to include:
Indian Removal Act & the Trail of Tears
Nullification Crisis with South Carolina
Kitchen Cabinet & His Cabinet & the spoils system
Jackson’s views on slavery/post office ban
The Bank veto/ Bank war
His inauguration & party
His use of the veto power & The Maysville Road veto
Foreign policy with Texas/Mexico