WorksheetsGeorge washington
Total questions: 9
Worksheet time: 9mins
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Class
Date
1.
What was the effect of Washington's handling of the Whiskey Rebellion?
a)
It reflected the citizens' resistance to being taxed without their consent.
b)
It demonstrated that the federal government was strong enough to uphold the laws.
c)
It showed that the Federal government would punish citizens for manufacturing their own goods.
d)
It reinforced the belief that the state governments had more authority than the federal government.
2.
What two things did Washington warn the country about in his Farewell Address?
a)
To remain committed to supporting France during its conflict with Great Britain
b)
To always be wary about the federal government taking away your rights and freedoms
c)
The dangers of political parties and to steer clear of foreign alliances
d)
That the country would eventually split apart over the slavery issue
3.
Washington created the first cabinet, served only two terms, and kept the U.S. neutral. These are examples of what word?
a)
Precedent
b)
Aristocracy
c)
Neutrality
d)
Boss
4.
The Whiskey Rebellion was a ___________ issue.
a)
Foreign
b)
Domestic
5.
The Embargo Act was a _________________ issue.
a)
Foreign
b)
Domestic
6.
Washington set many examples for future presidents to follow. These are called:
a)
Prototypes
b)
Illustrations
c)
Precedents
d)
Hierarchys
7.
Washington set up a group of advisors called the:
a)
Cabinet
b)
Advisory
c)
Commanders
d)
Joint Chiefs of Staff
8.
A tax on liquor led to the ____, which marked the first time the government sent troops to fight American citizens.
a)
Shays' Rebellion
b)
Pennsylvania tax rebellion
c)
Whiskey Rebellion
d)
Farmer Rebellion
9.
Which of the following was NOT in Washington's farewell address?
a)
Steer Clear of Permanent Alliances
b)
Do not create a national bank
c)
Stay away from political parties
d)
Do not overtax the people
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