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1. Thomas Jefferson was born on April 13, 1743 at Shadwell plantation in this US state, and studied under the Reverend William Douglas at St James' parish. Can you name the state in which Thomas Jefferson was born?
2. Prior to becoming president, Jefferson served as vice-president from 1797 to 1801, having received the second highest number of electoral votes in the presidential election. Who received the highest number of votes, and thus became president?
3. For a period of time, Jefferson actually resided in this country. He also served as minister to this country from 1785 to 1789. During this time, he helped bring about a number of commercial treaties and was a keen observer of what was taking place in Europe at that time. In which country did Jefferson serve as minister?
4. This daughter of Thomas Jefferson died at age 25 after giving birth to her second child. She was Jefferson's youngest daughter. At nine years of age, she sailed to England where Abigail Adams, wife of John Adams, looked after her until she joined her father in Paris. What is the name of this daughter?
5. The 1800 presidential election showcased a tight race with Jefferson receiving 73 electoral votes, resulting in a tie with which other man, who also received 73 votes.
6. This man was Jefferson's opponent in the presidential election of 1804. He was a federalist from South Carolina, who also ran for president again in 1808 against James Madison. What man am I referring to?
7. One significant event that took place during Jefferson's presidency involved the United States purchasing some land from France. What is the name of this transaction, that took place in 1803?
8. This pivotal figure served as secretary of war during the Jefferson administration from 1801 to 1809. Can you name this man, who was also a veteran officer of the Revolutionary War?
9. This man served as vice president in the second term of the Jefferson administration. He was also the first governor of New York. In addition, he was also vice president for the first term of the James Madison administration. Name this man.
10. This man served under Thomas Jefferson as his secretary of treasury in 1801. He was actually a holdover from the Adam's administration who agreed to stay on to help in the transition of power. What man am I referring to?
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