Washington's Precedents

Did George Washington initially want to be the President before accepting the candidacy?

• Yes, he always wanted to be the President.

• No, he did not want to be the President.

• Yes, but only after being convinced by others.

• No, he wanted to be a governor instead.

What is a precedent?

• A law passed by the government

• A historical document

• Setting an example or being a model for how to do something in the future

• A famous speech given by a president

What was one of the precedents set by Washington during his presidency?

• He was the first president to declare war.

• He was the first president to deliver the annual "State of the Union" Address.

• He was the first president to be impeached.

• He was the first president to travel abroad while in office.

Which city was the original capital of the U.S. after the Constitution was signed?

• Philadelphia

• Washington D.C.

• New York City

• Boston

What title did George Washington prefer to be addressed by?

• Your Excellency

• Mr. President

• President Washington

• Commander-in-Chief

What precedent regarding presidential terms did George Washington set?

• No term limits

• One term limit

• Two term limit

• Three term limit