Chapter 8 & 9 Flashcard

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What were the 2 political parties that emerged during Washington’s presidency?

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Federalists and Democratic-Republicans

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How many terms did Washington serve as president of the United States?

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2 terms (8 years)

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What is the group of people that work as advisors to the president called?

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Cabinet

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What is our nation’s capital?

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Washington D.C.

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Which group wanted the federal government to have more power?

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Federalists

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What is the role of the President's Cabinet?

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To advise the president on various issues and help run the government.

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Who was the first President of the United States?

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George Washington

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What is the significance of the Federalist Papers?

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They were written to promote the ratification of the U.S. Constitution.

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What does the term 'Democratic-Republican' refer to?

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A political party founded by Thomas Jefferson and James Madison that opposed Federalist policies.

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What is the main difference between Federalists and Antifederalists?

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Federalists supported a strong central government, while Antifederalists wanted more power for the states.