Final answer:
The statement that Jefferson favored strict construction of the Constitution is NOT an example of his contradictory nature; despite his support for the Louisiana Purchase, he consistently advocated for a limited interpretation of the Constitution.
Step-by-step explanation:
Thomas Jefferson is known to have had contrasting beliefs which manifested during his time as President. Jefferson was an advocate for small government and favored a governance approach that emphasized states' rights. Jefferson and his party, the Republicans, strongly believed in strict construction when interpreting the Constitution, meaning they favored a literal and narrow interpretation, limiting the powers of the federal government. Despite this belief in strict constructionism, Jefferson supported and enacted the Louisiana Purchase, which some might consider contrary to strict construction ideals because the Constitution did not explicitly grant the President the power to acquire new territory.
Therefore, it would not be true to say that Jefferson opposed the Louisiana Purchase, as suggested in the options provided. On the contrary, it's well-known that he was an active supporter of the acquisition, even when it seemed to contradict his principles of a narrowly interpreted constitution.
As for his stance on the National Bank, Jefferson, along with James Madison, opposed its establishment, aligning with his views on limited federal powers and strict construction. So, given the options provided, stating that Jefferson favored a strict interpretation of the Constitution is not the correct answer to highlight a contradiction, since he consistently held this position even when his actions, such as the Louisiana Purchase, seemed at odds with strict constructionism.