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Washington’s Presidency

Question 1 • US History Essentials I Sem. 1

Why did Jefferson oppose the establishment of a national bank?

Answer
A
He thought it would be too weak.
B
He thought it was unconstitutional.
C
He wanted a more powerful government.
D
He believed in the implied powers of Congress.

Explanation

Jefferson believed the Constitution only gave the federal government the powers explicitly listed in it. Because it did not specifically authorize Congress to create a national bank, he argued that establishing one was unconstitutional. The correct choice is “He thought it was unconstitutional.”

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