Thomas Jefferson's Presidency
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What did Thomas Jefferson believe about the government's right to take action?

  • It can only do what is explicitly mentioned in the Constitution (correct)
  • It should have a standing military and take on debt
  • It can expand its powers as needed
  • It can do whatever benefits the country

    • What did Jefferson's party envision for the government's role in protecting the country?

  • A government with debt and a standing military
  • A small government with no standing military (correct)
  • A large government with a strong military presence
  • A government with a focus on international alliances

    • In what way did Jefferson's actions contrast with his original platform?

  • He initiated the construction of grand government buildings (correct)
  • He approved funding for a large standing military
  • He increased the national debt significantly
  • He expanded the government beyond what was outlined in the Constitution

    • What was Jefferson's reaction when he moved into the White House?

    <p>He complained about its grandeur and size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Jefferson do when the north wing of the Capitol building was in need of repair?

    <p>Approved funding to continue with construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Napoleon Bonaparte offer to sell all of his land on the continent to the United States?

    <p>Because France was nearly bankrupt and unable to defend the Louisiana Territory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were many Federalists opposed to the Louisiana Purchase?

    <p>They feared it would lead to war with Spain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Essex Junto's reaction to the Louisiana Purchase?

    <p>They plotted to secede from the United States.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Burr Conspiracy about?

    <p>Seizing Spanish land in present-day Texas and creating a kingdom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was the trial of Aaron Burr a political and personal embarrassment for President Jefferson?

    <p>The Supreme Court acquitted Burr on a couple of technicalities and lack of hard evidence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did President Jefferson hire to lead the expedition?

    <p>Meriwether Lewis and William Clark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of President Jefferson retroactively approving a second expedition before Lewis and Clark's return?

    <p>It was an attempt to outmaneuver Aaron Burr</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main outcome of the Lewis and Clark expedition?

    <p>Creation of detailed maps and information about the American West</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did President Jefferson's signing of the bill outlawing the Atlantic slave trade achieve?

    <p>Significantly reduced smuggling of slaves into America</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Pike's Expedition?

    <p>It successfully gathered valuable military intelligence on Spanish territories</p> Signup and view all the answers

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