Thomas Jefferson: Author of the Declaration of Independence (1801 - 1809)

The video explores Thomas Jefferson's life, highlighting his intellectual brilliance and personal contradictions. It covers his role in the American Revolution, his political career, and the formation of the Democratic-Republican Party. Jefferson's presidency is examined, including his foreign policy and the Louisiana Purchase. The video concludes with his retirement and legacy, emphasizing his contributions to education and American political thought.

What was one of Thomas Jefferson's major contributions to American history?

• Authoring the Federalist Papers

• Drafting the Declaration of Independence

• Leading the Continental Army

• Establishing the first American bank

Which phrase did Jefferson famously write, despite being a slave owner?

• All men are created equal

• Give me liberty or give me death

• We the people

• Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

What was the primary reason for the formation of the Democratic-Republican Party?

• To support a strong central government

• To promote the rights of the states

• To oppose the Federalist preference for monarchy

• To advocate for the abolishment of slavery

What was the outcome of the 1800 presidential election?

• John Adams won a second term

• Alexander Hamilton was elected president

• Thomas Jefferson became president

• Aaron Burr became president

What was the significance of the Louisiana Purchase during Jefferson's presidency?

• It resulted in the loss of New Orleans

• It was a failed negotiation with Spain

• It led to the War of 1812

• It doubled the size of the United States

Who did Jefferson choose to lead the expedition to explore the newly acquired western territories?

• Alexander Hamilton

• James Madison

• Meriwether Lewis

• Aaron Burr

What was one of the main reasons for Jefferson's Embargo Act?

• To avoid war with France

• To support British trade

• To build up American defensive forces

• To promote free trade with Europe

What did Jefferson do after retiring from the presidency?

• He became a Supreme Court judge

• He wrote a new constitution

• He founded the University of Virginia

• He moved to France

What was Jefferson's role in the Monroe Doctrine?

• He authored it entirely

• He advised James Monroe on it

• He was unaware of it

• He opposed it

What did Jefferson's epitaph highlight about his life?

• His military achievements

• His authorship of the Declaration of Independence

• His role in the American Revolution

• His presidency