Washington Era
What war was President Washington the Commander of the Colonial Army?
Revolutionary War
What type of government did Adams want? Federal or State
Strong Federal Government
What political party was Jefferson a part of?
Democratic-Republican
Jefferson made the Louisiana Purchase for $15 Million
What beverage company has been using Santa Claus in its advertising since 1931?
Coca-Cola
What precedents did George Washington set?
- Executive can form and choose his own cabinet
- Did not form permanent alliances
- Only served two terms
What political party was John Adams a part of?
Federalist
What type of people followed President Jefferson and his Political Party? Rich or Poor
Poor
Who went on the journey to explore the new American territory?
Lewis and Clark
What Christmas decoration was originally made from strands of silver?
Tinsel
What conflict did Washington deal with shortly after becoming president?
The Whiskey Rebellion
What did the Alien Acts do?
They made it more difficult for immigrants to become citizens, and they made it easier for immigrants to be removed from the country as seen necessary
What was arguably Jefferson's biggest mistake as president? How much money did he cost Americans by doing this?
The Embargo Act; Roughly $85-$90 Million
Who was tasked with exploring the newly acquired land from the Louisiana Purchase?
Lewis and Clark with the help of Sacagawea
What beloved Christmas song was recorded by Puerto Rican singer-songwriter José Feliciano in 1970?
Feliz Navidad
What were Washington's major warnings in his farewell address?
- End Partisanship
- Warned against permanent alliances
They prohibited public opposition to the government, specifically the Federalist party. These were seen as violating the first amendment, but judicial review had not been established yet.
What is the name of the slave who mothered 4 children that she and Jefferson had together?
Sally Hemmings
What important concept was established in 1803 by the Supreme Court? What case was used to set this rule?
Judicial Review was established after the Supreme Court reviewed Marbury v. Madison
In Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” what was Mr. Scrooge’s first name?
Ebenezer
As part of the Whiskey Rebellion, what did farmers do to the tax collectors?
They would get tarred and feathered
What gave Congress the power to pass laws that might not have been directly stated in the Constitution?
The Elastic Clause (Also known as the Necessary and Proper Clause)
What land did Jefferson originally want to purchase from France?
New Orleans and West Florida
Why was the Supreme Court unable to rule in Marbury v. Madison? What law was struck down?
The Judiciary Act of 1789 was struck down, and the Supreme Court was unable to rule on the case because this act was deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court. Congress cannot give the Supreme Court any power, only the Constitution can.
“Mele Kalikimaka” means “Merry Christmas” in what language?
Hawaiian