Chapter 7-Washington's Presidency TN -4.15

​Chapter 7-Washington's Presidency

By Jessica Freeman

George Washington life when he was young

George Washington was born on February 22, 1732, in Virginia. Virginia was one of the 13 colonies which were ruled by the King of Great Britain. George Washington was taught at home by his Father and older brother. His favorite subject was math. When George Washington was 17 years old, he worked as a surveyor. It was his job to keep track of people's lands and make maps of different areas. Later he decided to join the army.

How did George Washington become President

Great Britain and France were fighting over land in North America. George Washington fought on Great Britain's side and led soldiers to fight against the French Army. Because he worked as a surveyor, he could draw maps and help soldiers find their way. People respected Washington, and later he was elected as a leader in Virginia's government. Washington and other colonists believed it was unfair they had to pay taxes, or money, to the British government, but did not get to choose their leaders. People agreed that the colonists should separate from Great Britain.

The Revolutionary War

In 1775, colonists and British soldiers started fighting, and the American Revolutionary War began. Washington was chosen to lead the Continental Army, which was the army of the colonies. On Christmas Day in 1776, Washington led soldiers across the Delaware River, and won an important battle against the British. 

Valley Forge

 Later, he and his army camped at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, for six months. It was freezing cold and they didn't have enough food. Many soldiers died. Washington encouraged his troops, and helped the colonists believe that fighting for the country's freedom was worth it.

The End of the War

The American Revolutionary War finally ended in 1781. The 13 colonies had won the war because of George Washington's hard work and effort.

Fun Facts about George Washington

• He is the father of our country

• His home in Virginia is called Mount Vernon

• He helped our country start

Multiple Choice

Who was George Washington?

• The First Governor

• The First President

• The First Senator

• The First King

Multiple Choice

George Washington was a Surveyor?

• Yes

• No

Multiple Choice

George Washington fought in the Civil War?

• True

• False

George Washington: The Father of America

Explore the life and legacy of George Washington, the first President of the United States. Discover how his leadership and vision shaped the nation and earned him the title of The Father of America.

Multiple Choice

What was George Washington's occupation before becoming the first president of the United States?

• Military general

• Land surveyor

• Colonial governor

• Lawyer

George Washington

Trivia: Before becoming the first president of the United States, George Washington worked as a land surveyor. This occupation allowed him to explore and map the vast wilderness of colonial America. Washington's experience in surveying played a crucial role in his later military strategies during the Revolutionary War.

George Washington: The Father of America

George Washington was a surveyor who used math skills to survey land. He became the full owner of Mount Vernon at 22 and joined the Virginia militia. He led soldiers in the French and Indian War, gaining military experience. After the war, he returned to Mount Vernon, got married, and started a family. He then became involved in politics and was chosen as a delegate for Virginia in the First Continental Congress. Washington was frustrated with how the colonies were treated by Great Britain, leading to the American Revolution.

Multiple Choice

What was George Washington's role in the French and Indian War?

• Surveyor

• Delegate for Virginia

• Military leader

• Politician

George Washington: Military Leader

Trivia: George Washington played a crucial role as a military leader in the French and Indian War. He served as a colonel in the Virginia Regiment and gained valuable experience in combat. This experience would later prove instrumental in his leadership during the American Revolutionary War.

George Washington: The Father of America

1775: American Revolutionary War begins. 1776: Washington leads surprise attack on Christmas night. 1789: Washington becomes first President of the United States. 1790: Washington lives in Philadelphia before White House is built.

Multiple Choice

Which event occurred after George Washington became the first President of the United States?

• 1775: American Revolutionary War begins

• 1776: Washington leads surprise attack on Christmas night

• 1789: Washington becomes first President of the United States

• 1790: Washington lives in Philadelphia before White House is built

George Washington: The Father of America

Fun Fact: George Washington didn't wear a wig. He powdered his own hair to make it look white. He served as the first president of the United States and refused to run for a third term, starting the tradition of serving no more than two terms. Washington's impact is celebrated and honored throughout the country, with Washington DC named after him and the Washington Monument built in his memory. He is also featured on US currency and Mount Rushmore.

Multiple Choice

What tradition did George Washington start?

• Wearing a wig

• Serving no more than two terms

• Building the Washington Monument

• Being featured on US currency

George Washington: Two-Term Tradition

Trivia: George Washington started the tradition of serving no more than two terms as President of the United States. This tradition was followed by all presidents until Franklin D. Roosevelt, who served four terms. It was later established as a constitutional amendment, limiting presidents to two terms in office. Washington's leadership and commitment to democracy set an important precedent for future presidents.

Multiple Choice

George Washington became the first ____________ of the United States:

• governor

• speaker

• politician

• President

Multiple Choice

An inauguration is an official ceremony to make someone President.

• True

• False

​Let's take a moment to RECALL the BRANCHES OF GOVERNMENT from previous chapters in the VIDEO on the next slide.

• Thomas Jefferson – Secretary of State (handled foreign affairs)

• Alexander Hamilton – Secretary of the Treasury (managed money and economy)

• Henry Knox – Secretary of War (handled military issues)

• Edmund Randolph – Attorney General (gave legal advice)

Key Original Cabinet Members

• Washington created the first presidential cabinet—a group of advisors to help him run the executive branch.

• This was not required by the Constitution, but it became a lasting tradition.

Creation of Cabinet

George Washington CREATED the FIRST President's Cabinet
Key Concept:The Cabinet made the executive branch more organized and effective.

Multiple Choice

What is the President's cabinet?

• The place in the White House that where the President can store things

• The group of people that help the President make decisions

• The structure of how Congress votes

Multiple Choice

The group of advisors to the President is known as the ____________

• Secretary

• Congress

• Cabinet

The Two-Party Split

• Washington tried to remain neutral and warned against political parties, believing they could divide the nation.

• Despite his warning, disagreements among his advisors led to the first political parties:

  • Federalists – led by Alexander Hamilton; favored a strong central government and support for business and industry.

  • Democratic-Republicans – led by Thomas Jefferson; favored states’ rights and a more limited national government.

Multiple Choice

Which two members of Washington's cabinet had disagreements?

• Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton

• Henry Knox, Thomas Jefferson

Multiple Choice

George Washington liked the idea of having political parties.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

What is a political party?

• A group of people who disagree about government

• A group of people who have the same belief about government.

Multiple Choice

The different political views in the diagram above represent the-

• Loyalist and Patriots
• Democratic-Republicans and Federalist
• Know-Nothings and Abolitionsts
• Whigs and Loyalist

Multiple Choice

Disagreement between these two cabinet members led to-

• The creation of reservations for American Indians
• A struggle to ratify the Bill of Rights
• The establishment of the first U.S. political parties
• A compromise over slavery in western territories

Multiple Choice

Which political party believed in a strong federal government?

• Federalits
• Liberals
• Democratic-Republicans
• Whigs

Multiple Choice

Which political party believed in States' Rights?

• Federalists
• Democratic-Republicans
• Whigs
• Loyalists

Multiple Choice

Which idea is best supported by Thomas Jefferson?

• State governments should be stronger than the federal government.
• Only educated people should lead the nation.
• The constitution should be interpreted loosely.
• The government should encourage manufacturing over farming. 

Multiple Choice

What Political Party wanted strong federal government?

• Federalist

• Democratic-Republican

• Whig

• Know-Nothing Party

Multiple Choice

What Political Party wanted strong states' rights government?

• Federalist

• Democratic-Republican

• Whig

• Know-Nothing Party

Multiple Choice

Which political party was against a National Bank?

• Federalist

• Democratic-Republican

• Whig

• Know-Nothing Party

Multiple Choice

Whose idea was it to set up a national bank to hold the government's money?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Alexander Hamilton

Multiple Choice

True or False

Washington listened to Hamilton and a national bank was set up in 1791.

• True

• False

Multiple Select

Check all that are correct.

Which of the following does tariffs do..........

• taxes on imported goods

• buy goods made in other countries

• raise the prices of goods from other countries

Open Ended

What is the capital city of the United States today?

Multiple Choice

What name is given to the President's dwelling place?

• Washington DC

• The White House

• The official home

Multiple Choice

What were George Washington's economic policies as the first president of the United States?

• Promoting economic growth and stability

• Implementing high taxes on imports

• Encouraging trade with other countries

• Supporting a laissez-faire economic system

Multiple Choice

Which country did George Washington prioritize in his foreign policy?

• France

• China

• United States

• England

Multiple Choice

How did George Washington play a role in the selecting of a new capital city for the United States?

• He delegated the responsibility of selecting a new capital city to Congress
• He had no involvement in the selection of a new capital city
• He chose the location of the new capital and oversaw the design and construction of the city.
• He only provided input on the design of the new capital city

Multiple Choice

By serving just two terms as President of the United States what did George Washington help establish?

• The tradition of a one-term limit for presidents.
• The tradition of a three-term limit for presidents.
• The tradition of a two-term limit for presidents.
• The tradition of a four-term limit for presidents.

Multiple Choice

What were the first two political parties in the Untied States?

• Whig Party and Green Party
• Republican Party and Libertarian Party
• Democratic Party and Socialist Party
• Federalist Party and Democratic-Republican Party

Multiple Choice

What political beliefs did the Democratic-Republicans have about government?

• Strong central government and less power to the states
• No government intervention in the economy
• Support for a monarchy and aristocracy
• Limited central government and more power to the states

Multiple Choice

How did the Federalist party view the United States Constitution?

• As a hindrance to individual liberties.
• As a necessary and effective framework for a strong central government.
• As a document that needed significant amendments.
• As a tool for promoting state sovereignty.