Question

What role did Thomas Jefferson play in the development of democracy in the United States? A.He drafted the Bill of Rights to place limits on the federal government’s power. B.He developed a legal system for the new country based on the British system of common law. C.He criticized the concept of rule of law because of its association with powerful monarchies. D.He wrote the Declaration of Independence, which expressed support for natural rights and popular sovereignty.

Answer 1

Answer: B.

Explanation: He wrote the declaration of independence, which expressed support for natural rights and popular sovereignty.