Campaign Strategies of Jefferson and Adams

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How did Jefferson and Adams make their ideas known during the campaign?

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By writing letters to leading citizens and newspapers

Front

What did Federalists say about Jefferson during the campaign?

Back

He was "godless"

Front

What did Republicans claim about Adams during the campaign?

Back

He would bring back the monarchy

Front

How many ballots did electors cast for president?

Back

Two ballots

Front

Who had to decide the election when the vote was tied? Options: The Senate, The Supreme Court, The House of Representatives, The Electoral College

Back

The House of Representatives

Front

For how many ballots was the election tied?

Back

35 ballots

Front

Who was elected president after the tie was resolved?

Back

Jefferson

Front

What amendment was passed to prevent another tie between a presidential and vice-presidential candidate?

Back

Twelfth Amendment

Front

After the Twelfth Amendment, how many votes did each elector cast?

Back

One vote for president and one for vice president

Front

Which of the following was one of Jefferson's ideas for a great nation?
Options:
Increase National Debt,
Cut Taxes,
Expand Military Expenses,
Increase the number of federal Workers

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Cut Taxes