How did Thomas Jefferson reduce the size of the federal government during his first term?

A) He purged all Federalists from positions in the central government.
B) He dismantled the army and navy.
C) He eliminated the national debt created by the Federalists.
D) He declared the Sedition Act unconstitutional.


C

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A. outside Germany B. within the German states C. in Spain D. in Italy

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Frederick II of Prussia is an example of an enlightened absolute ruler

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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What catch phrase did Woodrow Wilson use to describe World War I?

A) "the war to make the world safe for democracy" B) "the war to end all wars" C) "the sword is drawn and together we will win" D) "the war that should never have been" E) "a just war settled by a just peace"

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In January 1776, ____________ wrote Common Sense, a pamphlet arguing for complete independence.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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