Precedents & Traditions
What title did Washington accept instead of “Your Highness”?
Mr. President
Which two men disagreed and helped form the first political parties?
Hamilton and Jefferson.
What tax led to the Whiskey Rebellion?
A tax on whiskey.
Who wanted an economy based on farming?
Jefferson
Washington said, “I walk on untrodden ground.” What did he mean?
There were no precedents for the presidency.
What precedent did Washington set about serving as president?
Only serving two terms
Which political party supported Hamilton?
The Federalists.
How did Washington respond to the Whiskey Rebellion?
Sent troops to stop it.
Who wanted an economy based on manufacturing and trade?
Hamilton
How many executive departments did the first Congress create?
Three
What did Washington create to advise him in office?
The Cabinet.
Which political party supported Jefferson?
The Democratic-Republicans.
Why was Washington’s response important?
It showed the government could enforce its laws.
Who believed in a strong central government?
Hamilton
What were Washington’s executive secretaries called?
The Cabinet
What farewell advice did Washington give about political parties?
He warned against them.
What issue most divided Hamilton and Jefferson?
The national bank / role of federal government.
What foreign revolution divided Hamilton and Jefferson?
The French Revolution.
Who wanted a smaller government run by ordinary people?
Jefferson.
Why did Washington only serve two terms as president?
To set a precedent and avoid acting like a king.
What farewell advice did Washington give about foreign affairs?
Stay neutral/avoid permanent alliances.
Name one group of people who supported Jefferson’s party.
Farmers / ordinary citizens.
Which side (Hamilton or Jefferson) wanted to support France?
Jefferson
What major financial institution did Hamilton propose?
A national bank
What rebellion tested Washington’s ability to enforce laws?
The Whiskey Rebellion