MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800
THOMAS JEFFERSON
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Establish why he was elected over his opponent
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Urge the country to come together
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Criticize less-tolerant governments of other countries
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Reassure people who did not vote for him
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Express faith in America’s representative-based government
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Detailed explanation-1: -Row 3: The correct answer is “Express faith in America’s representative-based government.” The quotation captures Jefferson’s belief that despite what others may think, he believes the republican form of government is “the strongest government on earth.”
Detailed explanation-2: -In this, his first inaugural address, Jefferson sought to reach out to his political opponents and heal the breach between Federalists and Republicans. Jefferson also strongly states his belief in the importance of religion in the address.
Detailed explanation-3: -Jefferson gradually assumed leadership of the Republicans, who sympathized with the revolutionary cause in France. Attacking Federalist policies, he opposed a strong centralized Government and championed the rights of states.
Detailed explanation-4: -Most Presidents use their Inaugural address to present their vision of America and to set forth their goals for the nation. Some of the most eloquent and powerful speeches are still quoted today.
Detailed explanation-5: -In his 1801 inaugural address, what political ideas did Jefferson express? He expressed the will of the majority and stressed the need for limited government and the protection of civil liberties.