1. 7X
Objectives: Describe Jefferson’s presidency and how it shaped the nation.
Agenda:
Do Now: Why was the Louisiana Purchase a great irony in Jefferson’s presidency?
Chapter 8 Title, Main Ideas, Big Idea
3. Discuss and take notes on chapter 8.1
4. Homework: page 270 #2A and 2C – Due Thursday

3. 1. The election of 1800 marked the first peaceful transition in power from one political party to another.
Election of 1800 – Presidential election: Federalists v. Democratic-Republicans: (John Adams v. Thomas Jefferson) page 267. Federalists want a strong central government ruled by wealthy and educated. Democratic-Republicans wanted strong state governments and the rule of the majority. Rule of the people.

4. 2. President Jefferson’s beliefs about the federal government were reflected in his policies.

5. 3. Marbury v. Madison increased the power of the judicial branch of the government.

6. Exit Ticket
Describe at least 2 of Jefferson’s policies as president and explain how this reflected his Democratic-Republican beliefs