Thomas Jefferson Presidency

Multiple Choice

This amendment ensured that an elector cast one vote for President and one vote for Vice President to avoid a tie

• 10th

• 12th

• 13th

• 14th

Multiple Choice

This person is chosen to vote for a candidate for President and Vice President:

• Elector

• Representative

• Justice

• Official

Multiple Choice

Which of these was NOT a goal of Jefferson's presidency?

• Shrink the size and power of the federal government

• Reduce the cost and spending of the government

• Stronger support for states' rights

• A stronger military force

Multiple Choice

Which of these words is the best synonym for "frugal?"

• Miniature

• Cheap

• Lazy

• Overachieving

Multiple Choice

What were "custom duties?"

• Jobs that require special skills

• Responsibilities that change depending on the level of government

• Taxes on imported goods

• Rules and regulations on trade

Multiple Choice

What was one of John Adams' last actions as president?

• establishing a system of federal courts

• appointing William Marsbury as Chief Justice

• declaring war on France

• disbanding the Supreme Court

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a part of judicial review?

• The Constitution is the law of the land

• The Constitution is the law in disputes between states

• The Constitution cannot be changed or amended without the approval of the Supreme Court

• The Supreme Court can declare laws unconstitutional