Chapter 9 Section 1 The Jefferson Era

Multiple Choice

Why was the Jefferson Era (1800-1816) a significant period in American history?

• It marked the beginning of the Civil War

• It was a time of major political transition and expansion

• It was the end of the Revolutionary War

• It was the era of industrialization

Multiple Choice

What was the main reason Congress passed the 12th Amendment after the election deadlock between Jefferson and Burr?

• To prevent future ties in presidential elections

• To allow Federalists to control the presidency

• To give Alexander Hamilton more power

• To eliminate the Electoral College

Multiple Select

Which of the following were members of Jefferson’s Cabinet?

• James Madison

• Albert Gallatin

• Henry Dearborn

• Robert Smith

Fill in the Blank

The Alien and ___ Act was allowed to expire under Jefferson’s presidency.

Multiple Select

Which of the following actions did Jefferson take to reduce the size and cost of the federal government?

• Scaled down military expenses

• Repealed federal income taxes

• Reduced government staff

• Increased tariffs

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a direct result of John Adams' actions during his last days as President, according to the Judiciary Act of 1801 and the events surrounding Marbury vs. Madison?

• The Supreme Court gained the power of judicial review

• Jefferson was able to appoint all new judges

• The Federalists lost control of the courts

• William Marbury received his commission

Multiple Choice

Who were the Republican candidates in the Election of 1800?

• Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr

• John Adams and Charles Pinckney

• George Washington and John Adams

• James Madison and Alexander Hamilton