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Thomas Jefferson, Architect

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  • 1. Multiple Choice
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    Which statement best summarizes the central idea of the text?

    Thomas Jefferson's passion for architecture led to projects that became the main source of income for his family.

    Thomas Jefferson's architectural planning and design were integral in making Washington. D.C., the city it is today.

    Thomas Jefferson was a human being of many talents, as skilled in the field of architecture as he was in politics.

    Thomas Jefferson was a talented, innovative architect who was influenced by his admiration for European structure and design.

  • 2. Multiple Choice
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    Read paragraph THREE (3) of the text.

    What key concept does the author convey by using contrasts in some of the lines in the paragraph?

    that Jefferson was fond of Italian architecture

    that Jefferson thought outbuildings were ugly

    that Jefferson was wealthier than most Americans

    that Jefferson did not follow architectural traditions

  • 3. Multiple Choice
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    Choose the sentence that best supports the idea that Thomas Jefferson's enthusiasm for architecture was matched by his skill.

    From the beginning, his house was different from any other in the country.

    While many men built in valleys, Jefferson picked a mountaintop.

    Most rural houses faced south, but his pointed southwest to capture the best view from the mountain.

    He drew his own house plans and for much of the building was his contractor and foreman of construction.

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