First Presidency: Washington Review

George Washington was viewed as a hero and an honest leader which is why many people wanted him to be our First President.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Everyone loved the guy!!

What did Washington want to do prior to becoming President?

• Farm

• Retire

• Get back into politics

• Become a military leader

Answer explanation

He was done with public life!!

What were some of Martha Washington's responsibilities as First Lady?

• Host weekly parties at the President's House

• Educate Children (According to the Republican Motherhood)

• Make laws

• Assist President Washington as a member of his cabinet

Who was elected the first vice President of the United States?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• Alexander Hamilton

• John Jay

Who believed that the Central Government should pay off all of the state debt acquired during the American Revolution?

• Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson

Who believed that the government should honor the bonds purchased by speculators since they look the risk in buying them?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Alexander Hamilton

Who wanted to pay all foreign debts off immediately?

• Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson

Who believed in a strong central government?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Alexander Hamilton

Who believed in a strong state government?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Alexander Hamilton

Who wanted the country's economy to be based on farming?

• Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson