Module 4 Exam Review

As our first president, George Washington established many precedents for our nation. Which of the following was NOT one of the traditions he established?

• The Cabinet of advisors

• Two-term presidency

• Presidential inauguration in January

• The title "Mr. President"

Washington set many examples for future presidents to follow. These are called

• Prototype

• Illustration

• Precedent

• Hierarchy

How did President George Washington set a precedent for all future presidents?

• He created a cabinet of advisors.

• He campaigned actively for the office of President.

• He chose a friend to be the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.

• He appointed a career solider to be the Secretary of War.

In what way did President George Washington set an important precedent?

• by establishing the State of the Union address

• by stepping down after two terms

• by issuing the first pocket veto

• by recognizing Washington, DC, as the nation's capital

Group of department leaders who serve the President

• Cabinet

• Faction

• Party Line

• Interest Group

"First in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen."

What does this quote by Henry Lee illustrate by the phrase "first in war"?

• George Washington always led his troops into battle.

• George Washington avoided military solutions whenever possible.

• George Washington favored military solutions over diplomacy.

• George Washington was a great commander in chief.

How does this image reflect George Washington's views on government?

• He believed in the importance of state sovereignty.

• He had a foreign policy that favored Great Britain.

• He did not believe presidents ought to have a third term.

• He believed the federal government needed more power.

Which action represents a break with George Washington's policies?

• An amendment limiting the president to two terms in office

• Close diplomatic ties with Great Britain and France

• Moving the U.S. capital from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

• Voters registering as independent rather than of any political party

Which of the following did George Washington do during his presidency?

• Established a cabinet of advisers

• Limited himself to one term in office

• Offered military support in foreign wars

• Severed ties with Great Britain

What precedent did George Washington set by refusing to run for the presidency a third time?

• Dignity of the office

• Executive retirement

• Term limits for leaders

• U.S. isolationism