U.S. Presidents under the Articles of Confederation

The video explores the history of U.S. presidents before George Washington, focusing on those who served under the Articles of Confederation. It highlights the limited power of the presidency during this period and introduces key figures like John Hanson, Elias Boudinot, and others. The transition from the Articles to the U.S. Constitution is discussed, along with the contributions of these early leaders to the formation of the United States.

Who was the first president of the United States under the current Constitution?

• John Hanson

• John Adams

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the primary role of the president under the Articles of Confederation?

• To lead the military

• To preside over meetings and sign documents

• To create laws

• To manage foreign relations

Which president oversaw the end of the American Revolutionary War?

• John Hanson

• Richard Henry Lee

• Thomas Mifflin

• Elias Boudinot

Who was the president when the Treaty of Paris was ratified?

• Thomas Mifflin

• Nathaniel Gorham

• Arthur St. Clair

• John Hancock

Which president was known for his large signature on the Declaration of Independence?

• John Hanson

• John Hancock

• Richard Henry Lee

• Cyrus Griffin

Which president was a vocal opponent of the U.S. Constitution?

• Arthur St. Clair

• Richard Henry Lee

• John Hancock

• Nathaniel Gorham

Who was the president of the United States when the Articles of Confederation were ratified?

• Henry Laurens

• John Jay

• Thomas McKean

• Samuel Huntington

Who was the last president under the Articles of Confederation?

• Arthur St. Clair

• Cyrus Griffin

• Nathaniel Gorham

• John Hanson

Which president served as governor of the Northwest Territory after his presidency?

• John Hancock

• Cyrus Griffin

• Thomas Mifflin

• Arthur St. Clair

Who was the first president elected after the ratification of the Articles of Confederation?

• Henry Middleton

• Samuel Johnston

• John Hanson

• Thomas McKean