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guided reading & analysis: jefferson era, 1800 - 1816 chapter 7 - the age of jefferson, pp 130 - 149
reading assignment: ch 7 amsco
purpose: this guide is not only a place to record notes as you read, but also to provide a place and structure for reflections and analysis using higher - level thinking skills with new knowledge gained from the reading.
basic directions
1 pre - read: read the prompts/questions within this guide before you read the chapter.
2 skim: flip through the chapter and note the titles and subtitles. look at images and their read captions. get a feel for the content you are about to read.
3 read/analyze: read the chapter. remember, the goal is not to “fish” for a specific answers to reading guide questions, but to consider questions in order to critically understand what you read.
4 write: write your notes and analysis in the spaces provided.
key concepts for period 4:
key concept 4.1: the united states began to develop a modern democracy and celebrated a new national culture, while americans sought to define the nation’s democratic ideals and change their society and institutions to match them.
key concept 4.2: innovations in technology, agriculture, and commerce powerfully accelerated the american economy, precipitating profound changes to u.s. society and to national and regional identities.
key concept 4.3: the u.s. interest in increasing foreign trade and expanding its national borders shaped the nation’s foreign policy and spurred government and private initiatives.
section 1: the era begins with the revolution of 1800!
the election of 1800 - aka the revolution of 1800
thomas jefferson - 3rd president of the united states
election of 1800

political party	federalists	democratic - republican
candidate	john adams	thomas jefferson
from	massachusetts	virginia
electoral votes	65	73
outcome	lost & bitter	president with aaron burr as vice president

aaron burr and thomas jefferson received identical electoral votes, so the election was sent to the house of representatives, who selected t.j. to solve the problem revealed by this, the 12th amendment was passed in 1804.
read the quote from jefferson’s inaugural address and the first two paragraphs on page 131. explain the historical significance of the election and of his call to lead the nation into the next century?

Explanation:

The 1800 election was significant as it marked a peaceful transfer of power between political parties (from Federalists to Democratic - Republicans). Jefferson's call to lead the nation into the new century emphasized unity and the pursuit of democratic ideals. It set a precedent for future transitions and helped shape the nation's political culture. His vision likely influenced policies in areas like westward expansion, economic development, and the furtherance of democratic principles in society and institutions.

Answer:

The 1800 election was a peaceful transfer of power between parties, setting a political precedent. Jefferson's call emphasized unity and democratic ideals, influencing future policies and the nation's political culture.