Test 6 (First Four Presidents) Study Guide

Part 1: George Washington - What city had the first capital?

• New York City

• Philadelphia

• Washington D.C.

• Boston

Part 1: George Washington - By how much did George Washington win the electoral college? What did that mean for our country?

• By a unanimous vote, setting a precedent for future elections

• By a narrow margin, leading to political instability

• By a significant majority, ensuring a strong mandate

• By a contested vote, resulting in a delayed inauguration

Part 1: George Washington - What is a government cabinet?

• A group of advisors to the President

• A type of furniture

• A government building

• A political party

What was Hamilton’s Financial Plan to save America from debt?

• Reducing taxes for all citizens
• Have protective Tarriffs

• Create a National Bank

• Assuming state debts

Part 1: George Washington - Who loudly disagreed with Hamilton’s Financial Plan?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• James Madison

• Benjamin Franklin

Part 1: George Washington - Why is the capital Washington D.C. seen as a compromise to pass Hamilton’s Financial Plan?

• Because it was centrally located closer to southern states.

• Because it was the only available land for the capital.

• Because it was a major trading hub.

• Because it was the birthplace of George Washington.

Part 1: George Washington - The Proclamation of Neutrality of 1793 did which of the following?

• Declared the United States neutral in the conflicts in Europe

• Declared war on Great Britain

• Formed an alliance with France

• Imposed trade sanctions on both France and Great Britain

Part 1: George Washington - How did the Native Americans feel about the westward expansion into the Ohio Territory?

• They were supportive of the expansion.

• They were indifferent to the expansion.

• They were opposed to the expansion.

• They actively participated in the expansion.

Part 1: George Washington - What did George Washington really emphasize in his farewell address?

• Unity and the danger of political parties

• Economic growth and prosperity

• Military expansion and strength

• International alliances and treaties

Supported Hamilton's Financial Plan

• Federalists

• Democratic-Republicans