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                                                                 Thomas Jefferson
                                                    Third President of the United States
                                                     Born in 1723 - Died  in 1826

1.   What special skill did Thomas Jefferson possess that helped the nation to become free?

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2.  Tell about Jefferson's role in writing the Declaration of Independence.

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3.  What did Jefferson enjoy doing when he was growing up?

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4.  Name three government offices Jefferson held in early America and the presidents he served.

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5.  Who was the "First Lady" when Jefferson was President?

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6.  What major land purchase did Thomas Jefferson negotiate, and how much land did it involve?

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7.  Tell how he helped to further education in the early days of America.

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8.  What was the name of his home, and what did he grow on his farm?

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9.  How many years did he live?

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