Question

What was Jacksons response to threats of Southern secession?

A. Threatened to send federal forces.
B. Threatened to raise tariffs on imports.
C. Threatened to place tariffs on imports and exports.
D. Nothing, Jackson supported the rights of the people.

Answer 1

Answer: A. Threatened to send federal forces

Explanation: Jackson saw the threat of secession as a threat to federal authority and he stated that he would personally lead an army into South Carolina in order to enforce federal control. South Carolina backed down from its secession threat when other states did not join in.