Washington's Presidency
What did President Washington wear to his inauguration?
A simple brown suit
What is the role of the Secretary of State?
Oversees relationships with other countries
What are tariffs?
taxes on imports and exports
Which states had the fewest electoral votes in 1796?
Delaware
What was Washington's "sincere wish" for the US?
To live in peace and friendship with all
What rebellion involved farmers protesting a tax on whiskey?
Whiskey Rebellion
What is the role of the Secretary of Treasury?
Manages government's money
What river was opened to US navigation in Pinckney's Treaty?
Mississippi River
How many electoral votes did Maryland have?
11
Why did Washington delay accepting a representative from France?
Until French gov was established
Why did Washington want the US to stay neutral in European affairs?
To stay peaceful, grow, and gain respect
(any of these words are correct)
How did Hamilton propose the US pay off its debts?
Issuing new bonds
What did the Alien Act allow the president to do
Expel new immigrants
Why did Jefferson win many Southern states in the 1796 election?
He appealed to farmers in the South (they liked him)
According to Washington, what would help the US grow rapidly?
Staying neutral, focusing on ag and industry
What word was not used in the Neutrality Proclamation, but was implied?
Neutrality
Who did Washington work with to refine the Neutrality Proclamation?
His Cabinet, Congress, (Hamilton or Jefferson also correct)
In the XYZ affair, who were X, Y, and Z?
French ambassadors
What conclusion can be drawn about Georgia, Kentucky, Vermont, and Rhode Island?
They all voted for Adams
What did Washington mean by "conduct impartial towards the belligerent powers"?
Stay neutral and not take sides
Name two reasoning why Washington thought staying neutral was important.
Avoid entanglement (disagreements/being pit against one another), maintain peace and independence
What are "agricultural and mechanical arts"? Hint: What jobs are these?
Farming and factories
How did Washington describe the "delicate situation" of the US during European conflicts?
Between powers and at risk of involvement
What are the responsibilities of each of the three branches of government?
Legislative makes laws, Executive enforces, Judicial interprets
Why was neutrality considered the best path by Washington?
Ensure peace, security, and independence