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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.
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 for those that are of European descent, as long as they do not own slaves.
(b) He believes in human dignity and freedom, as long as it does not conflict with his own wealth and comfort.
(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 does Jefferson come to be a minor celebrity?
(a) His pamphlet "A Summary of the Rights of British America."
(b) His ambassador position in France.
(c) As governor of the state of Virginia.
(d) His writing of the Declaration of Independence.
3. What test proves that Ellis's belief that a dalliance is completely out of character for Jefferson is incorrect?
(a) A DNA test.
(b) A DRA test.
(c) A drug test.
(d) A Regence test.
4. What does the author find surprising about an evening devoted to Jefferson in 1993?
(a) 40 people attend, rather than the estimated 400.
(b) 400 people attend, rather than the estimated 40.
(c) The audience has little respect for Jefferson as a president.
(d) The audience is very argumentative about Jefferson's stand on slavery.
5. Of what has Jefferson either never learned the technique or accepted the necessity?
(a) Compromise.
(b) Arguing his cause.
(c) Debate.
(d) Childrearing.
Short Answer Questions
1. What two decisions shape Jefferson's entire life?
2. What is Jefferson's attitude towards slavery?
3. How long does Jefferson believe the war will last?
4. What issue does Ellis dismiss as "slanderous assaults?"
5. What does Jefferson study in college?
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