Thomas Jefferson Dismissed Many Customs Collectors from New England Ports

question 35

Multiple Choice

Thomas Jefferson dismissed many customs collectors from New England ports when he assumed the presidency because

• A) he found evidence of their corruption.
• B) he did not consider them to be qualified for their jobs.
• C) they had consistently refused to enforce the tariffs enacted by Congress.
• D) he wanted to replace Federalist officials with Democratic-Republican officials.

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