AP US History Exam Prep

Answer - A - Andrew Jackson accused John Quincy Adams of making a “corrupt bargain” in 1825.

Key Takeaway: During the election of 1824, a scandal arose when none of the three candidates for president-Jackson, Crawford, or Adams-achieved the majority of electoral votes and the election decision was given to the House of Representatives. It was discovered that Adams had made a deal with Henry Clay: he would appoint Henry Clay as Secretary of State if Clay would vote for him. Clay voted for Adams, who won the election by one vote.