Washington's Presidency

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Where did Washington first serve his presidency?

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New York City, New York.

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In what year did George Washington become president?

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• 1789

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Who was George Washington’s vice president?

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• John Adams

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the role of George Washington

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He was the first president of the United States.

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What is the purpose of the president’s cabinet?    

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to advise the president on matters of national importance

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The first Inauguration Day took place on April 30, 1789. A crowd of thousands gathered in front of a building known as Federal Hall. Shortly after noon, Washington and a small group of officials stepped out on the balcony. Placing his hand on a Bible, Washington repeated the ___________________.

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oath of office

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What does the term precedent mean? 

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an example for future actions or decisions

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Which precedents did Washington set while in office?

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• enforcing federal laws

  refusing to run for a third term

• creating the first cabinet

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What does the term neutral mean?

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not helping either side in a conflict

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Why did Washington leave the presidency in 1797?

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He did not want to be viewed as a monarch.