New Nation Unit

Question 1

Did George Washington want to get involved with the french revolution? why or why not

Answer 1

No – he wanted the US to stay neutral

Question 2

What were the three parts of Alexander Hamilton’s financial plan?

Answer 2

1) national bank
2) new tariffs and excise taxes
3) assume debts from the Revolutionary War

Question 3

What was the whiskey rebellion how did George Washington respond to it?

Answer 3

The whiskey rebellion was when people protested against the excise tax against whiskey. George Washington responded by sending troops on horses to the protesters.

Question 4

give e two examples of how Washington was the “precedent president”

Answer 4

1) set up the cabinet
2) set up two-term presidency

Question 5

what were the three main points of washington’s farewell address?

Answer 5

1) treat all countries with respect
2) beware of political parties
3) concentrate on trade

Question 6

how did the presidential election of 1796 or 1800 show issues with the Electoral College?

Answer 6

A) 1796 - president and vice president were from 2 different political parties
B) 1800 - Aaron burr and thomas jefferson tied 35 times.

Question 7

Was George Washingon for or against slavery in your opinion? give 2 specific examples for ur opinion

Answer 7

for slavery
1) owned 123 slaves
2) didn’t have them freed until his death