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After being elected in 1789, who served as President until 1797?
George Washington
How many amendments are in the Bill of Rights?
10
What Amendment protects people from having to allow soldiers to live in their homes?
3rd
What was the cause of the Whiskey Rebellion?
Farmers refused to pay taxes on whiskey.
Who was President Washington's Vice-President?
John Adams
What is written permission for an officer to enter a home, search or seize someone’s property, or to arrest a person?
Warrant
What Amendment protects people from "cruel and unusual punishment"?
8th
What advice did President Washington give to Americans about politics in his Farewell Address?
Do not let political party loyalty divide the nation.
Who was the first Secretary of the Treasury in President Washington's Cabinet?
Alexander Hamilton
What is the requirement that the government must follow rules as it carries out the law?
Due Process
DOUBLE HISTORDY
What are 5 freedoms or rights protected by the First Amendment?
What amendment protects people's rights to an impartial jury during a criminal trial?
6th
DOUBLE HISTORDY
Who was President Washington's Secretary of War? Who was President Washington's Attorney General?
What is protection from double jeopardy?
A defendant cannot be put on trial twice for the same crime. If found innocent, they are not in jeopardy of facing the same charges again.
What amendment states that people have rights besides those listed in the Constitution and Bill of Rights?
9th
What international policy did President Washington recommend in his Farewell Address?
Neutrality- The United States does not take sides in conflicts or wars between other countries.
Who the first Secretary of State in President Washington's Cabinet? What was his job as Secretary of State?
Thomas Jefferson. The Secretary of State is in charge of international relations.
What are three protections given to defendants by the 5th Amendment?
Due Process, Self-Incrimination, and Double Jeopardy
How does the 10th Amendment limit the federal government's powers?
It states that the federal government only has those powers named in the Constitution. If the power is not given to the federal government, it belongs to the states or to the people.
What are 3 of the important precedents or standards that President George Washington made for future presidents?
1) Only served two 4 year terms
2) Cabinet of advisors
3) Being called Mr. President
4) US remaining neutral or not taking sides in conflicts with other countries