Articles of Confederation & Constitutional Convention
Under the Articles, this was the only branch of government that existed at the national level.
the legislative branch / Congress
which group supported the ratification of the constitution?
The federalists
his group of advisors helped Washington make decisions on policy and government issues.
the Cabinet
He was the second president of the United States and the first to live in the White House.
John Adams
This president asked Congress to declare war on Britain in 1812
James Madison
This compromise counted a portion of enslaved people for purposes of taxation and representation
What is the Three-Fifths Compromise
This compromise promised amendments protecting individual freedoms to win over Anti-Federalists.
The Bill of Rights
What is the two-term tradition
Washington set this precedent by voluntarily leaving office after two terms, showing that the presidency was not a lifetime position.
What is the XYZ Affair
Adams sent diplomats to France in this 1797 event, where French agents demanded bribes to start negotiations
Why did the federalist party collapse?
Because they opposed the war of 1812 and it was viewed as a win and was popular in America
This event in 1786–1787 showed many Americans that the Articles were too weak to maintain order, leading to calls for a stronger government.
Shays’ Rebellion
This amendment gives citizens the right to “bear arms."
Second Amendment
Washington crushed this 1794 uprising of farmers protesting a tax
The Whiskey Rebellion
Jefferson completed this massive land purchase from France in 1803, doubling the size of the U.S.
the Louisiana Purchase
Who was the last president of the “Virginia Dynasty” and the last Founding Father to serve as president.
James Monroe
How many states did it take to ratify the new constitution?
final process required nine of the thirteen states to approve
This man was the leading Federalist and major author of the Federalist Papers.
Alexander Hamilton
Where was Washington when he talked about the dangers of political parties and their divisive nature?
His farewell address to Congress
Jefferson sent Lewis and Clark to explore lands gained in this 1803 purchase
What is the Louisiana Purchase
Why was it called the "Era of Good Feelings?"
Symbolized national unity and optimism after the war of 1812
This state was the only one that did NOT send delegates to the Constitutional Convention
Rhode Island
This state was the first to ratify the Constitution.
Delaware
Where was the first president born?
Virginia
Washington was known for what type of leadership style as president?
Balanced leadership
What caused the Panic of 1819?
Over Speculation in western lands, Loose lending by banks, Decline in European demand for American goods