Launching a New Republic

What did Washington hope to do after the American Revolutionary war?

• To retire from command and return to Mount Vernon
• To become king and rule over the United States
• He hoped to be elected president and began campaigning to be elected
• To join the French Revolution and help them fight for freedom

Which issue first divided the country into two opposing political parties?

• The French Revolution
• Washington’s election
• Team Edward vs. Team Joseph

• Hamilton’s Financial Plan

Why did the French Revolution cause conflict for Washington’s presidency?

• The French sent their navy to attack American ports
• The wars in Europe led to economic problems for American farmers in the west
• America had an alliance and was expected to support the French in the war
• Washington desperately wanted to help the French but all Americans were opposed to it

What caused the Whiskey Rebellion?

• A shortage of whiskey in America
• Washington banned the drinking of whiskey
• Mr. Holaway started a riot at a whiskey bar

• A tax on whiskey

After two terms as President which of the following happened?

• Washington voluntarily stepped down from office
• Washington lost the election to his top opponent
• Washington was removed from power for violating the Constitution
• He was made king of the United States

Which TWO things did Washington warn against in his Farewell Address?

• Indian attacks
• military alliances
• spies in the country
• political parties

Who was elected the nation's second president and was the first president to reside in Washington D.C.?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• George Washington

• Alexander Hamilton

Which of these was a controversial policy/act of John Adams' presidency?

• Monroe Doctrine

• Louisiana Purchase

• Alien and Sedition Acts

• Holaway Hair Law - everyone must shave their head!

Draw your interpretation/idea of the Whiskey Rebellion. What kind of action is taking place?

He was a leader of the Democratic-Republicans, who favored a weak central government and strong state rights. He was elected the third president in 1800.

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• Aaron Burr

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