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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How are Jefferson's political beliefs during those revolutionary times?
(a) Conservative.
(b) Liberal.
(c) Unknown.
(d) Radical.

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

3. When does this erosion take place?
(a) During the Vietnam War.
(b) During the Gulf War.
(c) During the Civil War.
(d) During the Cold War.

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

5. What is the Boston Tea Party?
(a) A fundraiser for the city of Boston.
(b) A gathering of colonists to peacefully protest British rule.
(c) A prank by a group of hooligans.
(d) A tea store in Boston.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Ellis feel about presentism?

2. What does Jefferson announce, almost immediately, after the Embargo Act is passed?

3. What is the cause of friction for Jefferson?

4. What does Jefferson expect his slave to learn while in France?

5. When is there an increase in U.S. military might?

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