Andrew Jackson

Web Quest

Instructions: Use the link below to begin your web quest that will help you discover the facts from the life of our 7th, and quite possibly the most controversial, President of the United States, Andrew Jackson.

Andrew Jackson Web Quest:

  1. One of the first things you notice when opening the web site is that Andrew Jackson’s home is called “The Hermitage.” Go to and type hermitage and enter the definition below:

Back on the Andrew Jackson web site, scroll down and click on “Learn More” under “Orphan” and continue with the questions below.

  1. When was Andrew Jackson born?
  1. Where was Andrew Jackson born?
  1. Who were his brothers?
  1. What were a few things Andrew Jackson was known for as a kid?
  1. How old was Andrew Jackson when he joined the Revolutionary War?
  1. How did Jackson’s older brothers die?
  1. Explain what is happening in this photograph:

  1. Explain how Jackson became an orphan at the age of 14.
  1. Describe Jackson’s physical characteristics as a schoolteacher.
  1. What did Jackson enjoy doing in his spare time when he became a lawyer?
  1. When Jackson became District Attorney, what geographic area was he

responsible for?

  1. Explain the duel Jackson had with Charles Dickinson by reading the passage on the web site, or by viewing the YouTube link (if available) by clicking here or by copying and pasting this link:
  1. How did Andrew Jackson earn the nickname “Old Hickory?”
  1. Jackson’s victory at which famous city made him a national hero?
  1. Which war did this take place during?
  1. What did Jackson believe the president should be?
  1. What were a few important accomplishments Andrew Jackson made as President?

Extension Activities

The Corrupt Bargain

Andrew Jackson had already been well-known by Americans for his role in the War of 1812 as well as being a strong-willed, strong-tempered, and strong-tongued politician. During the election of 1824, Americans witnessed an event in history that came to be known as the “Corrupt Bargain.” Watch the video, possibly a couple of times, and summarize the corrupt bargain in the space below.

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Andrew Jackson’s Assassination Attempt:

Andrew Jackson was the first sitting president to have an attempt taken on his life. Summarize this event after watching the video below.

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The Trail of Tears:

One of the most devastating decisions to Native Americans made by a president was The Indian Removal Act, later to be known as “The Trail of Tears.” Watch the video below and summarize what these events in history were.

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Jackson’s Attack against the Banks:

One of Jackson’s most despised aspects of American government was the National Bank and the use of paper money. Watch the clip below and summarize what Jackson’s plan was regarding the National Bank.

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Final Summary of Andrew Jackson

Instructions: Quite possibly the most controversial president America has ever had, Andrew Jackson is one of the few presidents on American currency. Based on what you now know about Andrew Jackson, does he deserve the honor of being displayed on the twenty dollar bill?

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