Washington Sets Up the Government
Why did Washington wear plain clothes to his inauguration?
It was important to avoid anything that looked like a monarchy.
Who did Washington appoint as Secretary of Treasury?
Alexander Hamilton
What does the Constitution say about creating a national bank?
It does not address this issue.
Which leader favored a strong central government — Hamilton or Jefferson?
Hamilton
Ceremony where president takes the Oath of Office, swears to uphold and defend the Constitution
Inauguration
What is Washington's home called?
Mount Vernon
Who did Washington appoint as Secretary of State?
Thomas Jefferson
Why did Hamilton want the federal government to assume each state’s war debt?
It would help the US improve its credit.
Which leader believed in a strict interpretation of the Constitution?
Jefferson
A prior event or decision that serves as an example for events or decisions that follow.
Precedent
What system does the U.S. use to elect the president?
The Electoral Collage
What does the Secretary of State do?
Deals with the US and other countries
Define: tariff
A tax on imports and exports
Who wanted an economy based on manufacturing and trade?
Hamilton
What steps did Washington take to avoid being seen as a king?
His Precedents; serving two terms, Creating the first Cabinet, the Judiciary Act of 1789 (splitting the courts into the dual court system; state & federal courts).
Give two precedents Washington set that future presidents followed.
Serving two terms
Creating the first Cabinet
Judiciary Act of 1789
Oath of Office
What is the group of presidential advisors called?
The Cabinet
What are tariffs, and what did Hamilton expect them to do?
To protect American industries.
How did Jefferson feel about establishing a national bank?
Thought it was unconstitutional
How many total justices are on the Supreme Court now?
9
Explain the difference between Congress’s power and the President’s power under the Constitution.
Congress passes the laws, the president with the executive branch, carries out the laws.
Congress created the world's first dual-court system. It did what?
Split responsibilities between state and federal courts.
Why did many people disagree with Hamilton about the national bank?
Because it was thought to be unconstitutional.
What were Jefferson’s visions for the U.S. economy?
Farming + Agrarian life (agriculture), and strong state governments.
What three executive departments did Washington create first?
State, Treasury and War (defense)