The Adams-Jefferson Letters: The Complete Correspondence Between Thomas Jefferson and Abigail and John Adams Chapter Abstracts for Teachers

Lester J. Cappon
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 116 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

The Adams-Jefferson Letters: The Complete Correspondence Between Thomas Jefferson and Abigail and John Adams Chapter Abstracts for Teachers

Lester J. Cappon
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 116 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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Introduction

• The appearance, philosophy, and political careers of Adams and Jefferson were described in the Introduction.
• As the correspondence between Adams and Jefferson showed, their friendship withstood a number of differences.
• Setting the tone for the book, the Introduction presented an overview of the historic significance of the letters.

Chapter 1

• Adams and Jefferson met as delegates and lawyers in 1775 at the Continental Congress in Philadelphia.
• Both Adams and Jefferson were considered "radical" by some because of their unwavering support of liberty.
• The Declaration of Independence was written by Jefferson, with the help of Adams and other members of the committee.

• While Adams gained experience as a diplomat, Jefferson governed Virginia.

Chapter 2

• Jefferson joined Adams and Benjamin Franklin in France to work on diplomacy issues.
• Adams and Jefferson participated in trade treatises and commercial negotiations with other countries to solidify America's Independence.

Chapter 3

• Britain attempted to interfere with the...

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