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3. What great American statesman lobbied to make the turkey the national symbol?
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A.Benjamin Franklin
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B.Thomas Jefferson
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C.John Adams
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D.Andrew Jackson
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Correct Answer
A. Benjamin Franklin
Explanation
Benjamin Franklin is the correct answer because he did indeed lobby for the turkey to be the national symbol of the United States. In a letter to his daughter, Franklin expressed his admiration for the turkey, calling it a respectable bird and suggesting that it would be a more fitting symbol for the country than the bald eagle. Although the bald eagle eventually became the national symbol, Franklin's advocacy for the turkey is well-documented.
