Quiz on George Washington and Early US Presidents

Who was the first President of the United States?

• John Adams

• Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

What date did George Washington start his presidency?

• July 4, 1776

• April 30, 1789

• March 4, 1797

• January 20, 1933

Who was the Vice President under George Washington?

• Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• Aaron Burr

How was the Vice President determined during George Washington's presidency?

• Appointed by the President

• Elected by the people

• The runner-up in the presidential election

• Chosen by the Senate

What is the role of the presidential cabinet according to the information provided?

• To assist the President in military decisions only

• To advise the President on issues like foreign affairs, military matters, money, and laws

• To oversee the President's personal matters

• To represent the President in international meetings

Which of the following was NOT one of George Washington's actions as president?

• Create the supreme court

• Ratify the bill of rights

• Leave the money issues to Hamilton

• Get involved in foreign alliances

What advice did George Washington give in his farewell address?

• To form political parties

• To get involved in foreign affairs

• To limit Presidents to two terms

• To increase taxes

Who was the second President of the United States?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• Alexander Hamilton

• James Madison

Who led the Federalists?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• Alexander Hamilton

What did the Anti-Federalists, also known as Democratic Republicans, believe in?

• A large central government

• The people should have the ultimate authority

• The creation of a national bank

• A strong executive branch