Thomas Jefferson and the Election of 1800

In the 1800 election, Thomas Jefferson won the popular vote but tied with Aaron Burr in the Electoral College. The decision went to the House of Representatives, where Alexander Hamilton influenced the vote in favor of Jefferson, despite their differences, because he viewed Burr as dangerous. Jefferson became president, and Burr became vice president.

Who did Thomas Jefferson tie with in the Electoral College during the 1800 election?

• John Adams

• Alexander Hamilton

• James Madison

• Aaron Burr

What was the Virginia militia prepared to do if Jefferson did not win?

• Disband

• Fight

• Support Aaron Burr

• Support John Adams

Who initially wanted to choose Aaron Burr as President?

• The Virginia militia

• The Supreme Court

• The House of Representatives

• The Senate

Why did Alexander Hamilton convince the House to vote for Jefferson?

• He was promised a position in Jefferson's cabinet

• He thought Burr was dangerous and unprincipled

• He disliked John Adams more

• He agreed with Jefferson on most issues

What positions did Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr assume after the election?

• Jefferson became Vice President and Burr became President

• Jefferson became President and Burr became Vice President

• Both became Presidents

• Both became Vice Presidents