When Was the Spoils System First Used on a Large

question 44

Multiple Choice

When was the spoils system first used on a large scale to reward campaign supporters?

• A) during the New Deal
• B) after the Reagan Revolution
• C) during the Progressive movement
• D) after the election of Andrew Jackson
• E) during the Great Society

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Definitions:

Emperor Cult

The practice of worshiping emperors as gods, which was common in Roman and other ancient civilizations.

Pax Augusta

A term referring to the peace within the Roman Empire under Emperor Augustus, also known as Pax Romana, that lasted from 27 BCE to 180 CE.

Ara Pacis Augustae

An altar in Rome dedicated to Pax, the Roman goddess of peace, commissioned by the Senate to honor Augustus' return and known for its intricate relief sculptures depicting Roman virtues and imperial processions.

Maison Carrée

An ancient Roman temple in Nîmes, France, well preserved and notable for its classical architecture and historical significance.