Early Political Parties

What political party did George Washington belong to?

• The Federalists

• The Democratic - Republicans

• The Whigs

• He didn't belong to a political party

Why did Alexander Hamilton want to create a national bank?

• To create a financially strong federal government

• to lend money to other countries

• To give farmers the opportunity to save their earnings

• To lend money to the individual United States

Which statement is true of the Federalist Party?

• It opposed a strong federal government

• It was popular in the South

• It was led by Thomas Jefferson

• it favored manufacturers and business owners

How did George Washington feel about political parties?

• He thought they were essential to democracy

• He thought they hurt democracy

• He thought that many political parties were better than just two

Thomas Jefferson's vision of democracy centered around:

• A strong federal government

• Limited government

• Redistribution of wealth

Why did George Washington have such widespread support?

• He was a charming and persuasive speaker

• His policies benefitted all Americans

• His military successes led directly to American indpendence

Which of the following is a Cabinet office?

• Secretary of State

• Ambassador to Great Britain

• Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces

Which of these was NOT a member of the Federalist Party?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Alexander Hamilton

• George Washington

• John Adams

Place the following events in order: A) National bank established; B) Federalist Papers published; C) Washington elected President; D) Constitution ratified

• A. B, A, D, C

• B. A, B, C, D

• C. B, D, C, A

• D. D, C, A, B

If you own some U.S. Treasury bonds:

• You are indebted to the bank that issued the bonds.

• The federal government owes you money.

• You are lending money to the public.

• You will have to pay interest on the bonds.