Thomas Jefferson Presidency

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True or False: Elections today are exactly the same as they were back in 1800.

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

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True or False: The national debt rose under Jefferson's presidency

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