Jefferson and Madison

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

• diverse

• unvaried

• few

• funny

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

• It's where Jefferson first practiced 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 to campaign for President

Which of the following is a principle of republicanism?

• The wealthy individuals should run the government

• Society works best when everyone looks out for their own interests.

• Law only applies 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 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 orignal

What did Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton have in common?

• They were both advisors to President Washington

• They were both opponents to 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:

• Federal government

• The state of Virginia

• Individual citizens 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, politcal rivals, bitter enemies

• Bitter enemies, political rivals, friends

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

• He bacame 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 a doctorate at the age of 60

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

• His dilligent work ethic

• His natural curiosity about all things

• His sense of civic duty

• His love of logic and puzzles

What was James Madison's nickname?

• Slim Jim

• Little Jimmy

• The boss

• Jimmy Neutron