Thomas Jefferson's Presidency Quiz

What was the nickname for the election of 1800?

• The Second Revolution

• The Revolution of 1800

• The Federalist Collapse

• The Party Shift

Which political party did Jefferson lead?

• Federalist

• Democratic-Republican

• Whig

• Republican

What government approach did Jefferson promote?

• Large federal government

• Strong military presence

• Small and simple government

• Royal appointments

What major event happened in 1803 during Jefferson’s presidency?

• Embargo Act

• War of 1812

• Louisiana Purchase

• Alien and Sedition Acts

Who sold the Louisiana Territory to the U.S.?

• Britain

• Spain

• France

• Russia

How much did the Louisiana Purchase cost?

• $5 million

• $10 million

• $15 million

• $20 million

What concern did Jefferson have about the Louisiana Purchase?

• Cost was too high

• It would start a war

• It might be unconstitutional

• Native tribes were angry

Who led the expedition to explore the Louisiana Territory?

• Monroe and Madison

• Lewis and Clark

• Franklin and Adams

• Pike and Polk

Who helped guide Lewis and Clark?

• Pocahontas

• Tecumseh

• Sacagawea

• Dolley Madison

What was one goal of the Lewis and Clark Expedition?

• Build roads

• Fight the French

• Find a route to the Pacific

• Stop westward expansion