Chapter 9 The Era of Thomas Jefferson

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What did Jefferson do to those who had been punished under the Sedition Act?

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he released people who had been imprisoned under the Sedition Act

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Which action BEST reflects Jefferson's determination to reduce the size and power of the federal government? Options: He kept the National Bank open, he cut federal spending, He continued to pay off the national debt, He allowed many Federalists to keep their government jobs.

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he cut federal spending

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Which of the following is an example of judicial review? Options: Congress votes to approve a Supreme Court appointment. A newspaper editorial criticizes a Supreme Court decision. A decision by a lower court is appealed to the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court rules that a new law violates the Constitution.

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The Supreme Court rules that a new law violates the Constitution.

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The principles of judicial review were established in the case of __________.

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Marbury v. Madison

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What does the 12^th amendment do?

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Electors would vote for president and vice-president separately.

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Which of the following is a French term for "letting along"? laissez faire, bon appetit, allez-vous, pardon

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laissez faire

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The election of 1800 was decided by the: Senate, House of Representatives, popular votes, the electoral college

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House of Representatives

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Who was the Federalist Party candidate for president in 1800?

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John Adams

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Which of the following is NOT a way Thomas Jefferson's inauguration was different from other inaugurations?
- Jefferson shook hands with people
- Jefferson was inaugurated in Washington, D.C.
- Jefferson walked to the inauguration
- Jefferson road in a fancy carriage to the inauguration

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Jefferson road in a fancy carriage to the inauguration

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How did Jefferson limit the power of the federal government?

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cut the number of government employees