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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Of what has Jefferson either never learned the technique or accepted the necessity?

3. To what does Jefferson have a propensity?

4. What does Jefferson become, very publicly, while an ambassador in France?

5. What do many slave owners require of their slaves?

Short Essay Questions

1. Where is the relationship between Jefferson and Hemings a topic?

2. How is Jefferson's most successful financial enterprise operated?

3. Why are the Hemingses allowed to live at Mulberry Row and work in the house?

4. Why is Jefferson claimed by many individuals with opposing beliefs?

5. What is known about Jefferson prior to his becoming a political figure?

6. Why might the author be surprised by the number of people who attend the evening devoted to Jefferson?

7. What story does Jefferson glamorize to benefit himself?

8. What are two central features of Jefferson's personality?

9. What happens to Virginia under Jefferson's guidance?

10. What are two of Jefferson's untruths in his pamphlets?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Jefferson loves his wife, but he finds a woman who is a rare equal.

Part 1) Who is this woman?

Part 2) How is she the equal of Jefferson?

Part 3) What type of relationship do these two have?

Essay Topic 2

The building of Monticello is one decision that shapes Jefferson's entire life.

Part 1) How does it shape his life?

Part 2) How does this home reflect his views on the ideal life?

Part 3) How does it contradict his views of slavery?

Essay Topic 3

Jefferson is the Governor of Virginia for two years.

Part 1) How is Virginia under Jefferson's guidance?

Part 2) Why is the state's economy the way it is?

Part 3) What quota is Virginia not able to meet?

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