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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much does Jefferson believe the war will cost?
(a) $3 billion.
(b) $6 billion.
(c) $6 million.
(d) $3 million.

2. Of what does Ellis feel it is unfair to accuse a man of Jefferson's time regarding women?
(a) Marriage.
(b) Nudity.
(c) Sexism.
(d) Family.

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

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

5. How long did Jeffersonians rule the nation?
(a) The first thirty-four years of the 19th century.
(b) The first fourteen years of the 19th century.
(c) The first twenty-four years of the 19th century.
(d) The first four years of the 19th century.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Jefferson attend college?

2. What does Jefferson argue should be eliminated from the Constitution of the new nation?

3. How famous is Jefferson at the time he becomes an ambassador in France?

4. Who is Sally Hemings?

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

(see the answer key)

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