1. Who does Jefferson refer to his slaves?
(a) As members of society.
(b) As the bane of his existence.
(c) As his "extended family."
(d) As his property.

2. For what does Jefferson owe $10,000 his first year as president?
(a) Wine.
(b) His daughter's school tuition.
(c) Decorations.
(d) Carriages.

3. Who does Jefferson tell his daughter Martha is the father of Sally's children?
(a) Alexander Hamilton.
(b) His nephew, Peter Carr.
(c) Aaron Burr.
(d) His father-in-law, John Wales.

4. Who is reportedly the father of Sally Hemings?
(a) Benjamin Franklin.
(b) Theodore Roosevelt.
(c) John Wales.
(d) Thomas Jefferson.

5. What affect does Jefferson's term as Governor of Virginia have on the state?
(a) The state develops rapidly.
(b) The state's economy is a disaster.
(c) The state goesunder major political renovations.
(d) The state's economy prospers.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What does Ellis believe about the relationship of Jefferson and Sally after the story becomes so public?

4. What does Ellis say about Sally's last two children, Madison and Eston?

5. Of what is Jefferson the founder?

(see the answer key)

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