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Read Works: u.s. Presidents John Quincy Adams

For Teachers 4th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about John Quincy Adams, the sixth President of the United States. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: John Quincy Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the life and career of John Quincy Adams (1767-1848), the son of a president, who also served in that office as the 6th President of the United States (1825-1829).
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A&E Television

History.com: American Presidents: John Quincy Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
This easy-to-navigate site has John Quincy Adams' biography detailing his early career, his work as Secretary of State, and his presidency. There is an image gallery and video clips.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Portrait Gallery: The Amistad Case:

For Students 9th - 10th
Pictures and text from the Smithsonian Institute about the 1839 slave rebellion on the slave ship, The Amistad and the ensuing trial of the 36 Africans involved in the rebellion.
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American Presidency Project

American Presidency Project: Election of 1828

For Students 9th - 10th
Online resource that provides detailed data for the presidential election of 1828 won by Democratic nominee, Andrew Jackson.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Ap Us History Period 4: 1800 1848

For Students 9th - 10th
This Khan Academy resource provides video lessons and detailed notes for the AP U.S. History Exam. The years 1800-1848 are covered.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: The Presidency of John Quincy Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
This Khan Academy resource provides information about the Presidency of John Quincy Adams, including the successes and conflicts connected to his leadership.
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Soylent Communications

William Henry Harrison

For Students 9th - 10th
The ninth President of the United States was a General during the War of 1812. He lead forces at the Battle of Tippecanoe, and in 1813 reversed the losses of General William Hull. As Governor of Indiana Territory he acquired a large...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Us History: 1800 1848: The Presidency of John Quincy Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
John Quincy Adams narrowly beat Andrew Jackson in the presidential election of 1824. Though his 'American System' modernized the American economy, his endorsement of a protective tariff as well as his lenient stance toward Native...
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Other

Potus: John Quincy Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive facts about John Quincy Adams and his presidency. Includes biography, election results, cabinet members, odd facts, and notable events.
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Other

Chicago Tribune: Presidential Portraits: John Quincy Adams [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
One-page illustrated profile of John Quincy Adams itemizes select biographical facts and key events of his presidency.
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Bartleby

Bartleby.com: bartleby.com: Presidential Inaugural Address: John Quincy Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
Review a transcript John Quincy Adams's inaugural address given on March 4, 1825. Includes a short introduction that explains how Adams came to be president.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of American History: American Presidency: John Quincy Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief biographical sketch of America's sixth president includes background information on the era in which he served and linked-to objects from the Smithsonian's collections that help define the man and his presidency.
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The White House

The White House: Presidents: John Quincy Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
From the official White House web site, this page summarizes the public life and presidency of John Quincy Adams.
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Google Cultural Institute

Google Cultural Institute: John Quincy Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
This visual website from Google Cultural Institute shares background information and photos about John Quincy Adams.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: John Quincy Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
Facts, biography, and accomplishments of the life of John Quincy Adams and summaries of important events during his presidency.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: Adams Onis Treaty

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed facts and information about the Adams Onis Treaty that gave Florida to the U.S. and set out a boundary with New Spain (Mexico).
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270 To Win

270towin: 1824 Presidential Election

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides detailed electoral facts for the presidential election of 1824 won by John Quincy Adams that was decided by the House of Representatives, as no candidate received a majority of the electoral vote.
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270 To Win

270towin: 1828 Presidential Election

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides detailed electoral facts for the presidential election of 1828 easily won by Andrew Jackson against incumbent John Quincy Adams.
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270 To Win

270towin: 1820 Presidential Election

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides detailed electoral facts for the presidential election of 1820 won by James Monroe, the last presidential election in United States history in which a candidate ran effectively unopposed.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Biography of President John Quincy Adams for Kids

For Students 9th - 10th
John Quincy Adams was the 6th president of the United States. Learn about his biography and life story on this site.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Biographical Directory of the u.s. Congress: Adams, John Quincy 1767 1848

For Students 9th - 10th
List of John Quincy Adams' accomplishments during his political career, including his terms as a Senator and a Representative from Massachusetts, and 6th President of the United States.
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Other

North Georgia History: Cherokee in North Georgia

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from North Georgia.com provides the history of the Cherokee in North Georgia. This site begins with the development of the Cherokee Nation. Clicking on the next three sections will take you through their loss of their lands.
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Curated OER

From Revolution to Reconstruction: John Quincy Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the inaugural address of John Quincy Adams and his subsequent State of the Nation speeches.