CFA 1

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precedent

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An action or event that serves as a guide for similar actions or events in the future

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domestic

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Within one's own country

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Examine how Washington's Administration met the domestic challenges of stabilizing the economy.

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assumed the Revolutionary War debt from states and set up a national bank (Alexander Hamilton) after Congress' approval

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According to Washington's Farewell Address, what was his advice about the United States' involvement in foreign alliances?

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The U.S. should avoid permanent alliances but continue trade.

He believed making alliances could bring America into a costly war.

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How George Washington set examples for future presidents?

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He created the first Cabinet of advisors to help him make decisions

He used federal troops to stop the Whiskey Rebellion and show the government was strong.

He supported the creation of the Bank of the United States to help the nation’s economy.

He stepped down after two terms, setting the example that presidents should not serve for life.

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Whiskey Rebellion

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The rebellion was sparked by a federal tax on whiskey.

Farmers in western Pennsylvania were major participants in the protest.

President Washington led the militia to suppress the rebellion

The Rebellion showed the new federal government was strong enough to enforce its laws.