USA HISTORY

MANIFEST DESTINY 1806 1855

MANIFEST DESTINY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following was a key reason for increased voter participation in the Election of 1828?
A
The population of the United States had grown significantly over the course of the previous four years.
B
Free African Americans were granted the ability to vote nationwide
C
The majority of states eliminated land ownership as a requirement to be able to vote.
D
Women were granted the right to vote in presidential elections.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The campaign of 1828 was a crucial event in a period that saw the development of a two-party system akin to our modern system, presidential electioneering bearing a closer resemblance to modern political campaigning, and the strengthening of the power of the executive branch.

Detailed explanation-2: -Andrew Jackson was elected president in 1828, defeating incumbent John Quincy Adams. This guide provides access to digital materials at the Library of Congress, links to external websites, and a print bibliography.

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