US History: Thomas Jefferson's Presidency
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What was Thomas Jefferson's stance on government powers?

  • He believed the government should have no powers at all.
  • He believed the government should have unlimited powers.
  • He believed the government should have powers not specified in the Constitution.
  • He believed the government should only have powers specified in the Constitution. (correct)
  • What was Thomas Jefferson's initial impression of the White House?

  • He was impressed by its grandeur.
  • He thought it was big enough for multiple heads of state. (correct)
  • He was disappointed by its small size.
  • He thought it was suitable for a president.
  • What was the state of the Capitol building when Jefferson took office?

  • The entire building was in need of repair.
  • The entire building was complete and ready for use.
  • Only the south wing was ready for occupation.
  • Only the north wing was ready for occupation. (correct)
  • What did Jefferson do regarding the construction of the Capitol building?

    <p>He approved funding to continue with the construction of the Capitol building.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Jefferson's campaign promise regarding government spending?

    <p>He promised to reduce government spending.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason Napoleon Bonaparte decided to sell the Louisiana Territory to the United States?

    <p>He realized that he couldn't afford to defend the territory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the major concerns of the Federalists regarding the Louisiana Purchase?

    <p>It would lead to war with Spain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the goal of the Essex Junto plot?

    <p>To secede from the United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Aaron Burr's trial for treason?

    <p>He was acquitted due to lack of evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Thomas Jefferson's most enduring legacy as president?

    <p>The Lewis and Clark Expedition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of the Lewis and Clark expedition?

    <p>To map the land and gather information about the people and plants of the American West</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the leader of the second expedition commissioned by the governor of Louisiana?

    <p>Captain Zebulon Pike</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the effect of the law prohibiting the importation of slaves?

    <p>It raised prices for slaves and encouraged the practice of selling slave children for profit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was Sacajawea's infant son, nicknamed Pomp, important to the Lewis and Clark expedition?

    <p>He helped indicate the Corps' peaceful intentions to the people they encountered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the date January 1, 1808?

    <p>It was the earliest date allowed for the outlawing of the Atlantic slave trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

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