In the election of 1796, who did the Democratic-Republicans (not the same as our present-day political parties) choose as their candidates for president?

Question

A Thomas Jefferson and John Adams

B Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr

C Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr

D George Washington and James Monroe

Answer 1

In the election of 1796, the Democratic-Republicans chose Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr as their candidates for president and vice president, respectively. Therefore, the correct answer is:

C Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr.