George Washington's Presidency

George Washington was inaugurated (sworn in) as president in April of 1789. Today, the president is sworn in during a different month. Which is the correct answer?

• November

• May

• January

• February

What is an example of a major PRECEDENT that George Washington set?

If you have an issue and you want to take it to court, you cannot go straight to the Supreme Court right away. What must you do first?

Thomas Jefferson was the first ever "Secretary of _________".

The _____________ ____________ is responsible for advising the government on legal matters

Alexander Hamilton was the first Secretary of the _____________. This person manages the government's money and finances.

Henry Knox was one of Washington's trusted generals during the Revolution. He was Washington's first Secretary of what?

What were 2 of the goals of Hamilton's Financial Plan?

Explain the purpose of a tariff (tax on imports).