Louisiana Purchase
What year was the Louisiana Purchase made?
1803
Who was the first President of the United States?
George Washington
Who won the election of 1800?
Thomas Jefferson
What did Washington warn against in his Farewell Address?
Political parties
What did Hamilton propose to help the U.S. pay off war debt?
Creating a national bank
Which president oversaw the Louisiana Purchase?
Thomas Jefferson
How many terms did George Washington serve as president?
Two
Who was Jefferson's main opponent in the election?
John Adams
What foreign policy did Washington recommend?
Stay neutral / avoid permanent alliances
What did Hamilton recommend we tax to clear our debt?
Tax on whiskey
From which country did the United States buy the Louisiana Territory?
France
What is the name for something a president does first that others follow?
Precedent
What were the names of the political parties at the time of the election of 1800?
Federalist and Democrat-Republicans
What did Washington believe could divide the nation?
Political factions / parties
Why did Hamilton want the federal government to take on state debts?
To strengthen the federal government and national unity
How much did the U.S. pay for the Louisiana Territory?
$15 million
Name one precedent set by George Washington.
Forming a cabinet, serving two terms, staying neutral in foreign wars
Who chose the president after the tie in the election?
The House of Representatives
How did Washington view foreign alliances?
He advised avoiding permanent alliances
Who opposed Hamilton’s plan, arguing it favored the rich?
Thomas Jefferson / Democrat-Republicans
Name one major reason Jefferson was conflicted about the Louisiana Purchase.
It wasn't clearly constitutional / He believed in a strict interpretation of the Constitution.
Why did Washington choose to leave after two terms?
He didn’t want too much power or to become like a king
Why was the election of 1800 important in U.S. history?
It showed that power could change peacefully through voting.
What impact did Washington’s advice have on future U.S. policies?
It influenced U.S. policies for many years.
What were the 3 main parts of Hamilton’s economic plan?
Pay off debt, create a national bank, and tax goods like whiskey.