The First President

What was unique about the outcome of George Washington’s election in 1789? Why was that so important?

• George Washington was elected unanimously. This showed what a respected and popular leader he was to the American people

• American people did not want George Washington to be their president.

• George Washington was not celebrated when he was nominated president.

• George Washington did not become president because he loved Vernon too much.

How did George Washington feel about becoming President?

• George Washington cared more about staying in his favorite state.

• He cared about his country and felt he had to do his duty.

• He was very angry to serve his country.

• He didn't care about his farm in Vernon.

What challenges did George Washington face when he took office? Select the answer that is NOT correct.

• No one had ever been president before, so everything he did was new.

• People watched everything he did, so he had to be careful about how he treated people

• He cared about how he looked, and how he traveled.

• George Washington did not face challenges as a president.

What is a cabinet in government?

• A cabinet is a group of advisers

• Soldiers

• Members of the Supreme Court

• The President

List the titles and names of the first cabinet members who helped the President. Select which one is NOT correct.

• Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson

• Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton

• George Washington

• Secretary of War Henry Knox

How was George Washington’s view of political parties different than James Madison’s view?

• George Washington thought political parties would divide the people.

• George Washington wanted a King to rule the country.

• George Washington didn't think jealousies would break apart the government.

• James Madison wanted all people united into one political party.