This time period before the civil war means "before the war" and lasted from 1789 to 1860.
What is The Antebellum Period
100
George looked forward to retiring from public life once the states had ratified the ____________.
However, his friends soon drew him into politics as a presidential candidate.
What is The Constitution.
200
This party of George Washington, John Adams, and Alexander Hamilton believed the elite should rule. They also believed i a strong central government and wanted an urban centered, industrial economy.
What are The Federalists
200
This man was great with money and served as Washington's Secretary of Treasury.
Who is Alexander Hamilton
300
Congress passed a tax on this American-made drink and lead to a Rebellion
What is Whiskey
300
In 1789, _________ College (delegates from the states) chose Washington to become the first president of the United States.
What is Electoral
400
Washington's biggest challenge was paying off national debt.
To help pay off what the US owed, Hamilton reached a compromise with the ________ ______, creating a new capitol. (Soon to be Washington D.C.)
What are The Southern States
500
Washington worked hard to keep the US out of this big war between the French and their corrupt government. This war was the overthrowing of the Monarchy and the creation of the Republican Government.