Chapter 8, Section 1 - Washington Takes Office Flashcards
Why was Washington elected president?
He was a good leader
True or False? The new colonies were fully united.
False.
What did Washington think about being the president of the U.S.?
He did not want to be the president but saw that the country needed leadership. He new he needed to become the new precedent for the U.S.
What does inauguration mean?
A ceremony in which the President takes the oath of office.
Why was Washington nervous about being the first President?
Because he couldn’t screw this up.
What were colonists used to?
Being ruled by a king.
Why was it important that the department of Treasury was set up?
It is important because they needed to set up an economy, and a central Treasury is needed to unite the colonies.
What is needed to defend the new nation?
soldiers
What are the 3 branches of government in the U.S? What do they each do?
Executive- Executes Laws
Judicial- Carry out laws
Legislative- Make laws
What does the Attorney general do?
Advises the president on legal matters.
