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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the reason the author gives for the contradiction between Jefferson's opinion of slavery and his owning of slaves?
(a) He believes in human dignity and freedom, as long as it does not conflict with his own wealth and comfort.
(b) He believes in human dignity for those that are of European descent, as long as they do not own slaves.
(c) He enjoys an easier life by owning slaves, therefore he is pro-slavery.
(d) He is against slavery but owns them because he feels pressure to do so.

2. How is Jefferson's arrival in Washington, D.C?
(a) Exciting.
(b) Sad.
(c) Ostentatious.
(d) Austere.

3. What happens between France and England in 1803?
(a) They renew their friendship.
(b) They decide to go to war with the U.S.
(c) They renew hostilities.
(d) They want to purchase land from Jefferson.

4. With whom did Jefferson engage in vile public clashes?
(a) Aaron Burr.
(b) James Madison.
(c) Alexander Hamilton.
(d) John Adams.

5. How many slaves does Jefferson own at this point in his life?
(a) Between 5 and 10.
(b) Between 100 and 200.
(c) Between 50 and 100.
(d) Between 10 and 20.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Ellis feel about presentism?

2. Even as he voices inspiring words uniting republicans and federalists in his first inaugural address, what does he say in personal letters to friends?

3. What does Jefferson believe creates wars, rather than prevents them?

4. Like many Virginia aristocrats, what does Jefferson equate to land?

5. Who is raising Maria, known as Polly, Jefferson?

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