Washington's Presidency

Front

What was the cause of the Whiskey Rebellion?

Back

Hamilton's plan to tax whiskey to pay debts

Front

What did Washington do about the Whiskey Rebellion?

Back

He sent the militia to restore order and collect the taxes.

Front

What rebellion occurred early in Washington's presidency that tested the new government's commitment to enforcing federal laws?

Back

Whiskey Rebellion

Front

What is the name of a group of advisers to the president who were also the heads of government departments?

Back

The Cabinet

Front

What is the title given to the person in charge of a department of the US Government?

Back

Secretary

Front

Who was Secretary of State?

Back

Jefferson

Front

Who was Secretary of Treasury?

Back

Hamilton

Front

What was the capital of the United States when Washington was President? Options: New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston

Back

Philadelphia

Front

What called for the State of the Union report to Congress?

Back

The Constitution of the united States

Front

What was probably the most important precedent that Washington set while president?

Back

Stepping down after two terms in office