Thomas Jefferson

What is this building, and how does it relate to Thomas Jefferson's life?

• It's Independence Hall, where Jefferson presented the Declaration of Independence.

• It's the White House, where Jefferson served as the third U.S. President.

• It's Monticello, the home that Jefferson designed on his family property.

• It's the University of Virginia, the college Jefferson founded in 1819.

From an early age, Jefferson had eclectic interests. What is a synonym for "eclectic?"

• diverse

• funny

• unvaried

• few

What is the significance of the Virginia House of Burgesses in Thomas Jefferson's life?

• It's where Jefferson first began to practice law

• It's where Jefferson first served as an elected official

• It's where Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence

• It's where Jefferson began his campaign for President

Which of the following is a principle of republicanism?

• Wealthy individuals should run the government

• Society functions best when everyone acts according to their own interests

• Laws only apply to certain groups of citizens

• People should rule themselves through elected officials

Which statement about the writing of the Declaration of Independence is most accurate?

• Most of the Continental Congress delegates contributed to it equally

• Every single word was written by Thomas Jefferson

• It was written over several months during the summer of 1776

• The version that was adopted on July 4 differed from the original

What did Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton have in common?

• They were both advisors to President George Washington.

• They were both opponents of the Federalist party.

• They both served in the Army during the Revolutionary War

• They both ran for President in 1796.

According to Jefferson and the Democratic-Republicans, the power to impose taxes on Virginians should be given to:

• The federal government

• The state of Virginia

• Individual residents of Virginia

• No one

Which of the following best describes how the relationship between Thomas Jefferson and John Adams changed over time?

• Friends, political rivals, friends

• Political rivals, friends, political rivals

• Friends, political rivals, bitter enemies

• Bitter enemies, political rivals, friends

Late in life, how did Thomas Jefferson demonstrate his commitment to learning and education?

• He became a schoolmaster after he retired from the presidency.

• He established a scholarship in his late wife's name.

• He founded a major university.

• He received his doctorate at the age of 60.

What aspect of Jefferson's personality is best symbolized by the Lewis and Clark Expedition he oversaw?

• His diligent work ethic

• His natural curiosity about all things

• His sense of civic duty

• His love of logic and puzzles