Question

What 1819 event made many Americans want to elect officials who better protected their interests?

The federal government raised taxes and took over homes and farms.
The president created a spoils system that led to government corruption.
An economic crisis hit and many people lost their homes and farms.
A drought hit and many families wanted the government’s help.

Answer 1

The event in 1819 that made many Americans want to elect officials who better protected their interests was **an economic crisis hit and many people lost their homes and farms**. This crisis, known as the Panic of 1819, led to widespread foreclosures and economic distress, prompting calls for changes in government policies and the election of more responsive officials.