Question

Which of the following was NOT part of Henry Clay's American system?

• A. A Bank of the U.S.
• B. Reduction of the size of the military.
• C. Internal improvements.
• D. Higher protective tariffs.
• E. Selling land in the West at higher prices.

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

A Bank of the U.S.

The American System was a program for economic development championed in the era following the War of 1812 by Henry Clay, one of the most influential members of Congress in the early 19th century. Clay's idea was that the federal government should implement protective tariffs and internal improvements and a national bank should help develop the nation's economy.