Equal and exact justice to all men, of whatever state or persuasion, religious or political; peace, commerce, and honest friendship with all nations, entangling alliances with none. Freedom of religion; freedom of the press, and freedom of person under the protection of the habeas corpus, and trial by juries impartially selected. These principles form the bright constellation which has gone before us, and guided our steps through an age of revolution and reformation. The wisdom of our sages and the blood of our heroes have been devoted to their attainment. They should be the creed of our political faith, the text of civil instruction, the touchstone by which to try the services of those we trust . . ." —Thomas Jefferson, Inaugural Address, March 4, 1801 Which of the following statements
best summarizes the passage above?
a. America must continue to live by the principles upon which it was founded.
b. America must rule the world through fear and intimidation.
c. The Jefferson presidency will follow a path of change and new direction.
d. The Jefferson administration will work to educate the public about the principles on which the United States was founded.
Ans: a. America must continue to live by the principles upon which it was founded.
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