What was Thomas Jefferson's main concern about the National Bank?

Jefferson's Views on Federal Power

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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It would lead to inflation.
It would grant excessive power to the federal government.
It would be too difficult to manage.
It would not be profitable.
2.
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How did Jefferson interpret the Constitution regarding the National Bank?
He thought it was irrelevant to the issue.
He believed it was too vague to make a decision.
He believed it did not grant Congress the authority to establish a National Bank.
He believed it explicitly allowed for a National Bank.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was central to Jefferson's argument against the National Bank?
The role of the judiciary.
The importance of international trade.
The distinction between funding the union and promoting general welfare.
The need for a strong military.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why did Jefferson oppose using the general welfare clause to justify the National Bank?
He thought it was too costly.
He believed it would lead to limitless federal power.
He thought it would lead to inflation.
He believed it would harm international relations.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What precedent did Jefferson fear the creation of a national bank would set?
A precedent for international banks.
A precedent for future expansions of federal authority.
A precedent for private banks.
A precedent for state banks.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which historical event highlighted the tension between states' rights and federal authority?
The War of 1812
The Nullification Crisis
The Louisiana Purchase
The Missouri Compromise
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did the Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798 demonstrate?
The ease with which civil liberties can be eroded.
The need for international alliances.
The importance of a strong military.
The benefits of a national bank.
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