Washington's 2nd Term

Question 1

What did the Whiskey Rebellion show?

Answer 1

The power of the Federal government has to deal with domestic problems.

Question 2

Relations with France

Answer 2

The U.S. and France had an alliance since the American Revolution. When the French declared war on England, they expect American help because of their treaty with the U.S. Democradic-Republicans, led by Jefferson, want to aid the French against the British. Washington issues a Declaration of Neutrality.

Question 3

What is Jay’s Treaty?

Answer 3

John Jay was sent to London to negotiate a treaty. The British agreed to evacuate their forts, but they could continue to trade furs with the Native Americans in the U.S. They also agreed to grant rights to U.S. ships in the Caribbean. This increased domestic tensions. The treaty is seen as pro-British. Americans see Jay as a sellout. Washington’s support of Jay will turn people against him too.

Question 4

What was in George Washington’s Farewell?

Answer 4

• Two terms (8 years) in office
• The Presidential cabinet
• Giving the State of the Union speech to Congress every year.
• The title “Mr. President”