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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Jefferson react to the invasion by Benedict Arnold's troops?
(a) He hides in Monticello.
(b) He single-handedly fights Benedict Arnold.
(c) He musters his militia.
(d) He flees on horseback.

2. What does Abigail Adams encourage Jefferson to do, regarding his daughter Maria?
(a) To keep her in Virginia.
(b) To bring her to France.
(c) To let Abigail take her to England.
(d) To put her in a boarding school in France.

3. Why does the audience not ask questions regarding Jefferson's slave ownership and relationship with Sally Hemings?
(a) They are too well-mannered.
(b) They are too timid.
(c) They are unsure whether it is appropriate to discuss these issues.
(d) They are too embarrassed.

4. How long is Jefferson Governor of Virginia?
(a) Four years.
(b) Two years.
(c) Three years.
(d) One year.

5. Who are the other two ambassadors in France?
(a) James Hemings and John Wales.
(b) George Washington and John Adams.
(c) Madison and Monroe.
(d) John Adams and Ben Franklin.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Jefferson arrive in Paris?

2. Of what is the pamphlet "A Summary of the Rights of British America" a first draft?

3. What is the Boston Tea Party?

4. Why do many men of Jefferson's time refuse to own slaves?

5. What is a key facet of Jefferson's personality?

(see the answer key)

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