Election of 1800 in the United States

Who won the election of 1800 in the United States?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• Alexander Hamilton

• James Madison

What was the significant outcome of the 1800 election regarding political power?

• The Federalists maintained control

• The Democratic-Republicans took power

• The Whig Party was established

• The Libertarians gained influence

What did Thomas Jefferson emphasize in his inaugural speech?

• Expansion of federal power

• Importance of a strong military

• Principles of a more limited government

• Need for higher taxes

What was the primary action taken by Jefferson in response to the Barbary pirates' attacks on US ships?

• He negotiated peace without military action

• He sent the USS Constitution and ordered a blockade

• He increased tribute payments to the pirates

• He withdrew all US ships from international waters

What was the key outcome of the Marbury vs. Madison case?

• The establishment of the executive branch

• The establishment of judicial review

• The impeachment of a president

• The creation of new states

Why did Jefferson have James Madison refuse to give a commission to one of John Adams' "midnight judges"?

• To strengthen the judicial branch

• To challenge the legislative branch

• To reduce federal power

• To prevent the appointment of a judge he did not endorse

Who owned the Louisiana Territory before it was purchased by the United States?

• Spain

• England

• France

• Germany

Which city controlled the entire Mississippi River, making it strategically important?

• New York

• New Orleans

• Miami

• Boston

What was Thomas Jefferson's concern regarding the purchase of the Louisiana Territory?

• He was unsure about the economic impact.

• He was unsure if it was Constitutional.

• He was concerned about the reaction of France.

• He was worried about managing the new territory.

How much did the United States pay to double its size through the Louisiana Purchase?

• $10 million

• $20 million

• $15 million

• $25 million