Launching a New Nation

Who was the first president of the US?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• Will Smith

Which of the following was NOT an issue Washington had to deal with?

• Spain closed New Orleans

• Small Military

• National Debt

• France attacking US ships

• No precedents to fall on

What is the group of federal officials who head the various departments of the Executive Branch under the President?

• Cabinet

• Offices

• Pantry

• Helpers

Which of the following departments is in charge of foreign policy?

• Secretary of State

• Secretary of Treasury

• Secretary of War

• Attorney General

Which of the following departments is in charge of finances?

• Secretary of State

• Secretary of Treasury

• Secretary of War

• Attorney General

Which of the following departments is in charge of the military?

• Secretary of State

• Secretary of Treasury

• Secretary of War

• Attorney General

Which of the following departments is in charge of legal advice for the president?

• Secretary of State

• Secretary of Treasury

• Secretary of War

• Attorney General

Who was Washington's Secretary of State?

• Jefferson

• Hamilton

• Knox

• Randolph

Who was Washington's Secretary of Treasury?

• Jefferson

• Hamilton

• Knox

• Randolph

Who was Washington's Secretary of War?

• Jefferson

• Hamilton

• Knox

• Randolph