Washington and Adams Presidency

When was George Washington elected as the first President of the United States?​ ​ (a)  

• 1789
• 1803
• 1776
• 1865

Answer explanation

George Washington was elected as the first President of the United States in 1789. He served two terms in office from 1789 to 1797.

Which political party did George Washington belong to?​ (a)  

• None/Independent
• Republican
• Democrat
• Federalist

Answer explanation

George Washington did not belong to any political party. He believed that political parties would be detrimental to the unity of the nation and preferred to remain independent.

How many terms did George Washington serve as President of the United States?​ (a)  

• Two
• Four
• Three
• One

Answer explanation

George Washington served for two terms as the President of the United States. He was first elected in 1789 and re-elected in 1792, establishing the tradition of serving only two terms as president, which was followed by his successors until Franklin D. Roosevelt.

What was George Washington's famous farewell address known for?​ (a)  

• Warning against political factions
• Promoting a strong central government
• Encouraging westward expansion
• Advocating for isolationism

Answer explanation

George Washington's famous farewell address is known for his warning against political factions. He believed that political parties would lead to divisions and weaken the unity of the nation. This farewell address became an influential part of his presidential legacy and served as guidance for future generations.

Hamilton, Jefferson, Knox an Randolph made up the Washington advisors, presidential advisors are also called...

• the cabinet

• the good ol' boys

• the judicial branch

• the Congress

As part of his financial plan Alexander Hamilton wanted to create a

• standing army

• Marine Corps

• national bank

• plan to end slavery

He was the first secretary of the Treasury and one of Washington's most trusted advisors

• Thomas Jefferson

• Edmund Randolph

• Alexander Hamilton

• Ben Franklin

A tax on imported goods is called a/an

• excise tax

• tariff

• progressive tax

• intermediary tax

In order to establish credit for the US, Hamilton suggested that the US should...

• assume the debts of the states

• create a national bank

• institute taxes to raise revenue

• all of these are true

They favored a stronger central government that promoted trade and industry and favored strong relations with Britain

• Federalists

• Antifederalists

• Democratic-Republicans

• Whigs