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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What illustrates two central features of Jefferson's personality?
(a) The amended version of the "Declaration of Independence."
(b) His friendships with John Adams and Ben Franklin.
(c) The address called the "Declaration of the Causes and Necessity for Taking Up Arms."
(d) His relationship with his children.

2. How does Ellis feel about presentism?
(a) He suffers from it.
(b) He agrees with it.
(c) He is unsure about his stand on it.
(d) He argues against it.

3. How does Jefferson feel about spirited debates?
(a) He loves to be in on the action.
(b) He believes they are a waste of time.
(c) He thinks they are very beneficial when fighting for a cause.
(d) He has a stong aversion towards them and is unable to participate.

4. What is the nickname Ellis gives for Sally Hemings?
(a) Black Sal.
(b) Sally Forth.
(c) Silly Sally.
(d) White Sally.

5. Of what is the pamphlet "A Summary of the Rights of British America" a first draft?
(a) Articles of the Confederation.
(b) Constitution for the Freedom of Colonial America.
(c) Declaration of Treachery by King George III.
(d) Declaration of Independence.

Short Answer Questions

1. Regarding Sally Hemings, of what is Jefferson regularly accused?

2. Why is little known about Jefferson's early history?

3. What is the Boston Tea Party?

4. What does the author find surprising about an evening devoted to Jefferson in 1993?

5. Who is probably the most beloved and admired of American presidents?

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