Washington Quiz

Which problem did George Washington encounter when he became president?

• Southern states were threatening to secede from the Union
• The US had large debts from the American Revolution
• Great Britain was refusing to trade with the US
• The Articles of Confederation needed to be replaced with a stronger constitution

Choose the phrase that best completes the following quote: "Tis our true policy to steer clear of _______________ with any portion of the foreign World--So far, I mean, as we are now at liberty to do it...But in my opinion, it is unnecessary and would be unwise to extend them." -President G. Washington's Farewell Address 1796

• Colonial Settlements
• Protective Tariffs
• Permanent Alliances
• Territorial Disputes

The state of not supporting or helping either side in a conflict, disagreement is the definition of...

• Precedent
• Neutrality
• Domestic 
• Foreign

George Washington sent a message to the House of Representatives declining to submit diplomatic instructions and correspondence. He was using 

• Executive Privilege
• Neutrality
• Presidential Cabinet
• Foreign Relations

Which event showed that the new government would use militia if necessary to keep order in the states and enforce the law? 

• French Revolution
• Whiskey Rebellion
• National Bank
• Executive Privilege

"...he may require the opinion (of others)...he shall nominate, and by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, shall appoint ambassadors, other public ministers... which shall be established by the law."
This exert from Article II of the Constitution justify's George Washington's right to--

• Enforce the laws
• Remain neutral in the French Revolution
• Create a cabinet of advisors
• Establish the title Mr. President

Which of the following is NOT a precedent established by Washington?

• State of the Union Address
• Farewell Address
• Two Term Limit
• Encouragement of Political Parties

Executive privilege is designed to--

• protect national security.
• protect the president's mistakes.
• cover up illegal activity.
• give the executive branch more powers than the others.

Which of the following actions is a part of Alexander Hamilton's Plan to improve the US economy?

• Oversee state government agencies
• Regulate the creation of new businesses
• Establish a national bank
• Eliminate protective tariffs

An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent (future) similar circumstances is the definition of...

• Precedent
• Neutrality
• Domestic
• Foreign