Washington Farewell

Which of the following was a precedent George Washington created as the first president? (Select all that apply)

• Only serve 2 terms

• Presidential Cabinet

• Farewell Address

• Neutrality

Washington's Farewell Address influenced foreign policy by saying we should

• avoid establishing political parties

• stay neutral and do not choose sides with foreign nations

• purchase as much land as possible and control the contitnent

• establish a National Bank to pay off debts

What two things did George Washington warn against in his Farewell Address?

• farming and taxes

• manufacturing and trade

• political parties and permanent alliances with foreign countries

• westward expansion and national banks

In 1796, Washington said he would not run for President, why?

• He was being mistreated in the press.

• He was getting older and worried about getting sick

• He was tired of public life and wanted to retire

• He was asked to step down after he chose neutrality with France

Before Washington left, he wrote a speech telling America some advice before he left.

• False

• True

Washington wanted America to "stear clear of permanent alliance with any portion of the foreign world." This means he

• wanted America to have permanent alliances with other nations

• wanted America to support other nations only when it helps America

• wanted America to ignore the rest of the world

• wanted America to avoid permanent alliances as nations are selfish.

Washington's BEST piece of advice for the nation was to remain

• neutral

• debt free

• independent

• united

What was one of the key messages in George Washington's Farewell Address?

• Avoid political parties

• Expand westward

• Increase taxes

• Strengthen ties with Britain

Which of the following did Washington emphasize in his Farewell Address regarding foreign policy?

• Form strong alliances

• Stay neutral

• Engage in wars

• Increase trade

In his Farewell Address, Washington warned against the dangers of:

• National banks

• Political parties

• Farming

• Industrialization