Thomas Jefferson is one of the most accomplished people in American history. How much do you know about his various activities and innovations? Points available: 10 1: In addition to Jefferson, how many other presidents signed the Declaration of Independence? A) None B) One C) Two D) Three 2: What sort of animal was Jefferson's favorite (and very unconventional) pet? A) A mockingbird B) A garden snake C) An eel D) A lion 3: When Jefferson wrote his own epitaph, what important fact did he leave out? A) That he was the president B) That he wrote the Constitution C) That he founded the University of Virginia D) That he was married 4: What was special about Jefferson's inauguration? A) It was the first to include the oath now taken by all presidents. B) It was attended by members of the English royal court. C) It was the first to take place in Washington, D.C. D) It was the only privately-held inauguration in history. 5: What change did Jefferson suggest for the American system of money? A) The inclusion of a $2 bill B) The concept of quarters C) The use of both bills and coins D) The use of a decimal system 6: What point was Jefferson trying to make by eating a tomato in public? A) That tomatoes were underappreciated B) That he supported local farmers C) That presidents don't always eat just fancy food D) That tomatoes aren't poisonous 7: What was Jefferson's favorite vegetable? A) Carrots B) Peas C) Onions D) Broccoli 8: What did Jeffesron keep on the White House lawn for many years? A) A pile of manure B) An old broken boat C) Caged bears D) Models of buildings he was designing 9: Approximately how many books were in Jefferson's library? A) 1,000 B) 3,000 C) 6,000 D) 10,000 10: About how much did his book collection sell for to start the Library of Congress? A) $8,000 B) $13,000 C) $17,000 D) $24,000