Election of 1800
Who were the main candidates in the election of 1800?
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson
What was one of Jefferson's goals as President?
Simplify government & reduce federal power
What was significant about Jefferson taking office in DC?
First president inaugurated in the new capital
Who was appointed Chief Justice by Adams?
John Marshall
Who explored the new Louisiana Territory?
Meriwether Lewis and William Clark
What was the outcome of the election of 1800?
Jefferson won after tying with Burr; Adams lost
How did Jefferson aim to reduce government costs?
Cut military spending, reduced army & navy, lowered expenses
How did the location of DC reflect the South's power?
It was located between Maryland & Virginia, symbolizing southern influence
What impact did Marshall's decisions have on the federal government?
Strengthened power of the federal government and judiciary
What was the significance of the Louisiana Purchase for the U.S.?
Doubled U.S. size, gave control of Mississippi River
How did the House of Representatives decide the election?
They voted 36 times before selecting Jefferson.
What did Jefferson do regarding the national bank?
Reduced its influence but allowed it to continue.
Why did settlers in new states favor the Democratic-Republicans?
They supported farmers and frontier interests
What was the Judiciary Act of 1801?
Law that added 16 new federal judgeships
What role did Sacajawea play in the Expedition?
Interpreter and guide
Who helped persuade the House to choose Jefferson?
Alexander Hamilton
How did Jefferson change the military during his presidency?
Reduced army size; relied more on militias
What was the Federalists’ appeal to the common man?
They had little appeal—seen as elitist and favoring wealthy merchants
Why were the judges appointed by Adams called "midnight judges"?
They were appointed at the last minute before Adams left office
How much did the Louisiana Purchase cost?
$15 million
What amendment was created as a result of this election?
12th Amendment
What political party did Jefferson represent?
Democratic-Republican Party
What did the decline of New England Federalists signify?
The rise of Democratic-Republican dominance in U.S. politics.
How did Marbury v. Madison strengthen the judicial branch?
It gave courts the power to declare laws unconstitutional
What were some discoveries made during the Expedition?
New plants, animals, geographic knowledge, maps, and contact with Native tribes