US History Semester 2 Review

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Who elected George Washington as first president of the United States?

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Electoral College

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What is the purpose of the President’s cabinet?

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To discuss issues with the President

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Which action of President George Washington had the most lasting influence in creating a precedent for the federal government? Options: signing treaties with Britain and Spain, using the army to enforce the Whiskey Tax, creating the First National Bank for the United States, establishing a Cabinet of department heads to advise the President

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establishing a Cabinet of department heads to advise the President

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What idea belongs to Alexander Hamilton’s financial plan as the Secretary of the Treasury? Options: The federal government should pay national and states’ war debts., The new nation should sell parts of the Northwest Territory to raise funds., Some federal office holders would be able to pay a tax for their titles., The United States could borrow without worrying about good credit.

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The federal government should pay national and states’ war debts.

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What title fits this table? Options: A. Bill of Rights, B. Articles of Confederation, C. National Bank Plan, D. Judiciary Act of 1789

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Judiciary Act of 1789

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What was the importance of the Whiskey Rebellion?

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Washington was able to use federal power to subdue the rebellion.

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In one excerpt of Washington’s Farewell Address as he left after two terms as president, why did he state, “It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances with any part of the foreign world?”

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He wanted Americans to stay out of complications and war in Europe.

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What is the best title for this timeline?

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The XYZ Affair

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Major domestic and international economic, military, political, and socio-cultural events of John Adams's presidency include: The XYZ Affair, Alien and Sedition Acts, Quasi-War with France, and strengthening of the U.S. Navy

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The XYZ Affair, Alien and Sedition Acts, Quasi-War with France, and strengthening of the U.S. Navy

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What was an outcome of death of Alexander Hamilton in a duel with Aaron Burr?

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Vice President Burr’s actions contributed to the end of his career in politics.