Question

Which of the following is an accurate comparison of Adams and Jackson?(1 point)ResponsesJackson wanted to improve the territory already under the control of the U.S., but Adams wanted to expand territory to the Pacific Ocean.Jackson wanted to improve the territory already under the control of the U.S., but Adams wanted to expand territory to the Pacific Ocean.Jackson supported the idea of high tariffs to increase revenue, but Adams wanted to end high tariffs.Jackson supported the idea of high tariffs to increase revenue, but Adams wanted to end high tariffs.Adams supported efforts to promote the growth of businesses, while Jackson supported efforts to help the ordinary man.Adams supported efforts to promote the growth of businesses, while Jackson supported efforts to help the ordinary man.Adams had strong support from the rural areas in the South and West, but Jackson’s strongest supporters were from the North.

Answer 1

The most accurate comparison of Adams and Jackson from the options provided is:

Adams supported efforts to promote the growth of businesses, while Jackson supported efforts to help the ordinary man.

This comparison reflects the differing philosophies of the two presidents. John Quincy Adams had a more nationalist and federal government-oriented approach, focusing on infrastructure and economic development, which included promoting businesses. In contrast, Andrew Jackson championed the common man and positioned himself as a representative of the ordinary citizen, often opposing what he saw as elitist policies.