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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Jefferson's attitude towards slavery?
(a) It is acceptable in certain situations.
(b) Inconsistent and inexplicable.
(c) He is completely against slavery.
(d) Slavery is needed to have a successful society.

2. How does Jefferson come to be a minor celebrity?
(a) His ambassador position in France.
(b) His pamphlet "A Summary of the Rights of British America."
(c) As governor of the state of Virginia.
(d) His writing of the Declaration of Independence.

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

4. What does Jefferson decide to plant in the place of tobacco?
(a) Corn.
(b) Soybeans.
(c) Flax.
(d) Wheat.

5. What issue does Ellis dismiss as "slanderous assaults?"
(a) The slavery issue.
(b) The Constitution issue.
(c) The Sally Hemings issue.
(d) the Declaration of Independence issue.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who accompanied Jefferson to France?

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

3. Who does Patsy marry?

4. How are Jefferson's political beliefs during those revolutionary times?

5. What is the cause of friction for Jefferson?

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