Adams V Jefferson

Who was the first president of the United States?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• Alexander Hamilton

What did the newly written Constitution dictate regarding the first presidential election?

• The people would decide who would be president.

• The Supreme Court would choose the president.

• The electoral college would determine the president.

• The existing Congress would elect the president.

What precedent did George Washington set for future presidents?

• He established the role of the Supreme Court.

• He created the first political party.

• He set an example for the conduct and expectations of the presidency.

• He wrote the Bill of Rights.

How did George Washington prefer to be addressed as president?

• His Excellency

• His Highness

• Mr. President

• Sir President

What difficulties did Washington face when setting up the government?

• Economic prosperity and international alliances

• Problems within the country

• Establishing a new currency system

• Dealing with peaceful relations with all neighboring countries

What are the heads of the departments created by Congress to assist the president called?

• Senators

• Governors

• Cabinet

• Councilmen

What was Washington's hope in appointing his Cabinet?

• That they would follow his political views strictly

• That they would prioritize their political differences

• That they would put aside their political differences for the country's best

• That they would focus on international affairs only

What was the first order of business for George Washington and Congress?

• To declare war

• To assemble a presidential Cabinet and create a court system

• To draft the Constitution

• To establish trade agreements with other nations

Who was appointed as the Secretary of State by George Washington?

• Alexander Hamilton

• Henry Knox

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

Who was the Secretary of the Treasury under George Washington?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Henry Knox

• Alexander Hamilton

• John Jay