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Question 20 • United States History and Geography

Which best describes Andrew Jackson’s opinion on the National Bank?

Answer

He believed it should be shut down and its funds should be distributed among citizens.

He believed it should utilized by citizens more than state banks, which engaged in unfair practices.

He believed it should be replicated in other areas of the country in order to be accessible to more people.

He believed it should be dissolved because it favored the wealthy elite, and state banks were more helpful to all.

Explanation

Jackson opposed the National Bank, arguing that it gave wealthy and powerful people unfair advantages. He favored placing federal funds in state banks, which he believed would serve ordinary Americans better. Therefore, choice C best describes his view; he did not simply want the National Bank’s funds distributed directly to citizens, as choice A suggests.

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