The Rise of Political Parties and the Era of Jefferson

AP US History· difficulty 4/5

The Whig Party

  • A

    Was a religious denomination promoting evangelical revivals and temperance reform

  • B

    Formed in opposition to Jackson, advocating economic modernization and a stronger Congress

    check_circle
  • C

    Formed in support of Jackson, defending the spoils system and executive power

  • D

    Was a single-issue antislavery party committed only to immediate emancipation

Explanation

Successors to the National Republicans; included Henry Clay, Daniel Webster, and others.

Want 10 more like this — adaptive to your weak spots?

Related questions