Chapter 9 Activity Bank The Era of Thomas Jefferson



Directions: Read each activity below and select one activity to complete. A one page typed essay; double-spaced paper, size 12 fonts, and / or visual are required for each activity. This is not a group activity. Your essay and/or visual will be due January 29, 2010. You are required to do research and please remember to include a works cited page.

Exploring Civics: Create a chart comparing the different ideas of the federalists and republicans during the Age of Jefferson. Include categories such as ideas about democracy, economic policy, military policy, and foreign policy.

Political Leaders: Write a persuasive speech supporting or opposing war with Britain in 1812. The purpose of the speech is to persuade listeners to agree with your point of view.

Creating a Poster: “We are all Republicans, we are all Federalists,” said President Jefferson. Create a poster describing and illustrating four goals you think all Americans should agree on, regardless of their political party.

Internet Activity: Use the internet to find information about current or recent U. S. embargoes. In a written report, describe two of these modern embargoes and the reason for each. Explain whether or not each has been successful.

Eyewitness Journal: You are a War Hawk in Congress or a Native American at the Battle of Horseshoe Bend, or a British solider attacking Washington, D.C., or an American solider at New Orleans. In your Eyewitness Journal, record your participation in and feelings about the War of 1812.

Nationalism: Describe two events or developments that caused many Americans to become more nationalistic during the Age of Jefferson

Marshall and the Judiciary/ Marbury v. Madison: Write an essay answering the following questions. How did John Marshall influence the federal court system? How did the case Marbury v. Madison establish the principle of judicial review? How did Marshall help create a balance of power among the three branches of government?