Washington's Leadership
What title did George Washington insist on being called instead of a royal title?
Mr. President
What important group did Washington create to advise him?
The presidential cabinet
What event tested the federal government’s ability to enforce laws during Washington’s presidency?
The Whiskey Rebellion
What major conflict in Europe influenced Washington’s foreign policy?
The war between France and Britain
What written speech did Washington give when he left office?
The Farewell Address
Why did George Washington return to Mount Vernon after the war?
He believed in civilian government, not military rule.
Which position in the cabinet was held by Alexander Hamilton?
Secretary of the Treasury
Where did the Whiskey Rebellion take place?
Western Pennsylvania
What was the name of the 1793 document Washington issued to avoid war?
The Proclamation of Neutrality
What did Washington say about political parties in his Farewell Address?
He warned they would divide the country and cause conflict.
What did Washington say he felt like when called to serve as president?
A schoolboy who had been called upon in class and did not have the answer.
Which cabinet member was responsible for foreign affairs?
Thomas Jefferson
Why were farmers upset about the whiskey tax?
They believed it unfairly targeted small producers in rural areas.
Why did Washington choose neutrality?
He believed the U.S. was too young and weak to become involved in foreign wars.
What did Washington believe about alliances with foreign nations?
The U.S. should avoid permanent alliances and stay neutral.
How did Washington's humility influence future presidents?
It set a tone of public service and modesty for future leaders.
Why was Washington’s creation of the cabinet significant?
It helped organize the executive branch and became a lasting tradition.
How did Washington respond to the Whiskey Rebellion?
He personally led federal troops to stop the rebellion.
What did Washington warn against in his Farewell Address about foreign affairs?
Permanent alliances with foreign nations
Why is Washington called the 'Father of His Country'?
He set many of the traditions and precedents for the presidency and government.
What example did Washington set when he stepped down after two terms?
That leaders should not hold too much power for too long and should allow peaceful transfers of power.
What precedent did Washington set about using advisors that presidents still follow today?
Consulting a group of experts regularly for important decisions.
What message did Washington send by personally leading troops to end the rebellion?
That the federal government had the power and responsibility to enforce its laws.
What long-term policy tradition did Washington begin with neutrality?
Avoiding entanglements in European conflicts
What amendment later made the two-term tradition into law?
The 22nd Amendment