Thomas Jefferson argued that the emergence of a large landless class of white citizens could be avoided in part by
A) a redistribution of land.
B) a reduced property tax.
C) abolishing the property qualification to vote.
D) continuing slavery.
E) restricting the amount of property owned by each citizen.

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Jefferson believed that continuing slavery would prevent a large landless class of white citizens by ensuring that land and resources were primarily controlled by white landowners.

Thomas Jefferson Argued That the Emergence of a Large Landless