Question

How did Jefferson become president in 1800?

A) He received the most votes in the House of Representatives after tying with Burr in the Electoral College vote.

B) He lost the Electoral College vote to Adams, but the House of Representatives intervened and made him president.

C) He won the Electoral College vote and the popular vote over Burr.

D) He lost the Electoral College vote to Adams but won the popular vote.

Answer 1

A) He received the moat votes in the House of Representatives after trying with Burr in the Electoral College vote.