George Washington
What is the name of the first speech that Washington (and all future presidents) gave upon becoming president?
Inauguration speech
What were the two political parties that formed during the Washington presidency?
The Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans
This was the name of the President who purchased the Louisiana Territory.
Thomas Jefferson
This is the name of the Indian woman who helped guide Lewis and Clark during their expedition.
Sacagawea
Which country was the United States at war with in the War of 1812?
Great Britain
This man served as Washington's Secretary of the Treasury and helped to create the first National Bank of the United States.
This political party was led by John Adams and Alexander Hamilton.
The Federalists
From which country did the United States purchase the Louisiana territory?
France
What was the main purpose of the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
To find the "Northwest Passage" which was believed to be a water route to the Pacific Ocean.
Who was president of the United States during the War of 1812?
James Madison
What advice did Washington give in his farewell speech?
He warned against forming permanent alliances with other countries and accumulating debt.
This political party was led by Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.
The Democratic-Republicans
How much did the United States pay for the Louisiana Territory?
$15 million
Which river was used by Lewis and Clark to make their trip west?
The Missouri River
Which battle during the War of 1812 inspired the writing of the US national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner."
The Battle at Fort McHenry
As the first president, Washington had to set many precedents. Please describe the meaning of the word "precedent" in your own words.
A precedent is an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide for future similar circumstances.
This political party wanted a powerful central government and believed that only educated, wealthy men should participate in government.
The Federalists
Which court case established Judicial Review?
Marbury v. Madison
This is the name of the city in Missouri where Lewis and Clark started their journey.
St Louis
Who won the War of 1812?
Neither side was declared a winner; instead, it is considered a military draw between the United States and Great Britain.
What were the three departments in Washington's cabinet?
The Department of War, the Department of the Treasury and the State Department.
This political party championed states rights, and believed the power of the central government should be limited.
The Democratic-Republicans
A series of laws passed by John Adams which limited immigration to the United States, as well as limiting freedom of speech and freedom of the press.
The Alien and Sedition Acts
The expedition wintered with this tribe on the way.
The Mandans
How did Americans feel after the War of 1812 was over?
Americans largely felt a sense of national pride and unity after the war was over.