Answer:
Anthony and Elizabeth Merry who were sent to America as diplomats were arrogants.
Explanation:
President Jefferson well knew that Anthony and Elizabeth Merry who were sent to America as diplomats were arrogants who considered themselves elites. In fact, Anthony felt that it was some sort of punishment to come to America while his wife considered America as backward.
In an attempt to keep a distance from them and make them feel unwelcomed, Jefferson Jefferson behaved so inappropriately during the White House dinner with Anthony and Elizabeth Merry.