Introduction

Analyze the image. Choose three characters or objects that stand out. In your notebook, write one sentence about each to describe its significance.

  • Is the artist's depiction of Thomas Jefferson positive or negative?
  • Which political party is most likely responsible for publishing the cartoon?

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Lesson Objectives

Following successful completion of this lesson, students will be able to...

  • Identify the major domestic and foreign policy issues and events faced by Thomas Jefferson during his administration, including the Louisiana Purchase

Essential Questions

  • What significant geographic, political, and economic changes to the United States occurred during Thomas Jefferson's administration as president?

Enduring Understandings

  • Determining effective foreign and domestic policy was essential in establishing the United States as a world power.

The above objectives correspond with the Alabama Course of Study: United States History I standards: 4.4, 6, and 7.