Which of the Following Statements About Martin Van Buren Is

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about Martin Van Buren is accurate?

• A) He divulged the secret rituals of the Masonic order, leading to the formation of the anti-Masonic party and his rise to the presidency.
• B) He failed to win the presidency because the Whigs crafted the successful strategy of nominating three regional candidates.
• C) He enjoyed a strong economy during his single term as president, in many ways due to Jackson's economic decisions.
• D) He promised to follow in Jackson's footsteps, but lost popularity due to his perceived ambition and inherited issues in the financial sector.
• E) He was considered too principled and unwilling to take risks, which had prevented the economy from growing enough to stay stable.

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