Jefferson In Office
What years did Thomas Jefferson serve as President?
1801–1809.
What major land purchase occurred during Jefferson’s presidency?
The Louisiana Purchase
Which North African states did the U.S. fight during Jefferson’s presidency?
The Barbary Coast states (Tripoli, Algiers, Tunis).
Who led the Haitian Revolution?
Toussaint L’Ouverture.
What state entered the Union as the 16th state?
Tennessee
What political party did Jefferson belong to?
The Democratic‑Republican Party.
What did the Embargo Act of 1807 do?
It banned all American trade with foreign nations.
Why did the U.S. go to war with the Barbary States?
Because they demanded tribute (payments) to stop attacking American ships.
What was the French colony where the Haitian Revolution occurred?
Saint‑Domingue.
Before the Louisiana Purchase, what was the western boundary of the United States?
The Mississippi River.
Name Jefferson’s two vice presidents.
Aaron Burr and George Clinton
What did the Non‑Intercourse Act of 1809 allow?
It reopened trade with all nations except Britain and France.
Which two European nations were at war, causing U.S. trade problems?
Britain and France.
How did the Haitian Revolution influence the Louisiana Purchase?
It weakened France’s control in the Americas, making Napoleon willing to sell Louisiana.
Why was the Mississippi River important to American farmers?
It allowed them to ship goods to New Orleans for trade.
What constitutional change was made after the Election of 1800?
The 12th Amendment, which created separate ballots for president and vice president.
What Supreme Court case established judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
What British practice angered Americans and pushed Jefferson toward trade restrictions?
Impressment, or forcing American sailors into the British Navy.
Why did the Haitian Revolution worry American slaveholders?
They feared it would inspire slave revolts in the United States.
How did the Louisiana Purchase affect Native Americans?
It increased U.S. expansion into Native lands, leading to more conflict and displacement.
Why is the Election of 1800 called the “Revolution of 1800”?
Because it marked the first peaceful transfer of power between political parties in U.S. history.
Why was the Louisiana Purchase controversial for Jefferson?
He believed in strict interpretation of the Constitution, but the Constitution did not explicitly give the president the power to buy land.
How did Jefferson try to keep the U.S. neutral during European conflicts?
By using trade restrictions like the Embargo Act instead of going to war.
How did the Haitian Revolution affect France’s global strategy?
It forced France to abandon its American empire plans and focus on European wars.
How did Jefferson’s expansion policies contribute to future national tensions?
New territories raised debates over slavery, states’ rights, and federal power.