Form 3: Thomas Jefferson and the Drafting of the Declaration Exercise

Form 3: Thomas Jefferson and the Drafting of the Declaration

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Form 3: Thomas Jefferson and the Drafting of the Declaration

Focus on Thomas Jefferson and his primary role in drafting the Declaration of Independence.

Questions

  1. MultiChoice

    Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

  2. MultiChoice

    Which colony did Thomas Jefferson represent at the Continental Congress?

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    Why was Thomas Jefferson chosen to write the initial draft of the Declaration?

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    Which major section written by Jefferson was removed by Congress during edits?

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    What was the name of Thomas Jefferson's estate in Virginia?

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    Which delegate insisted that Thomas Jefferson write the Declaration rather than himself?

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    Where did Jefferson write most of the draft of the Declaration?

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    Approximately how long did Jefferson take to draft the Declaration of Independence?

  9. MultiChoice

    Thomas Jefferson later became which President of the United States?

  10. MultiChoice

    Jefferson modified John Locke's phrase 'Life, Liberty, and Property' to include what instead?

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    On what notable date did Thomas Jefferson pass away?

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    How did Jefferson describe the purpose of writing the Declaration in a letter late in life?