George Washington's Presidency
John Adam's Presidency
Thomas Jefferson Presidency
James Madison's Presidency
Government
100

What was George Washington's MAIN role in the revolutionary war?


Commander in chief of the Continental

100

In addition to being the second president of the United States John Adams also served as the first Vice President. Who was the President served under?

Who is George Washington

100

What important document did Thomas Jefferson draft on July 4th 1776

What is the Declaration of Independence  

100

Who is often referred to as the "Father of the Constitution for his central role in drafting this important document 

Who is James Madison 

100

What was the name of the United States first form of Government?

What is the Articles of Confederation

200

How many years did George Washington serve as President?

8

200

What is the name of the incident John Adams took on the legal defense of British Soldiers involving in deadly confrontation with the colonists?  

What is the Boston Massacre

200

Thomas Jefferson served as the _____ President of the United States from 1801 to 1809

What’s the missing word?

What is 3rd

200

James Madison, the fourth President of the United States, served from 1809 to 1817. During his Presidency, which major conflict with Britain occurred? 

The war of 1812 

200

Name TWO weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation.

Weak national government, no power to tax, no common currency, only one branch, no army or navy, 1 vote for every state.

300

The judicial branch of the government was established under George Washington's presidency. Washington appointed the first members of the __________________, which belong to this branch. 

What is the Supreme Court
300

A two-party system emerged during Adam's administration. What were the names of both parties in the early 1800's?

The Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans.

300

Who served as Thomas Jefferson's Vice President?

Arron Burr

300

James Madison played a significant role in the creation of the U.S constitution and the Bill of Rights. What was his primary role during the Constitutional Convention of 1787?


He was the " Recorder of the Constitutional Convention" responsible for keeping detailed notes on the proceedings.

300

During the Constitutional Convention, this agreement was what finally decided how many votes each state would have in the Senate and the House of Representatives.

The Great Compromise. 

400

What was the name of the man who helped complete the design for Washington D.C.?

Benjamin Banneker

400

John Adams was the father of John Quincy Adams, who also became President, What number President was John Quincy Adams 

Who was the 6th president of the United States 

400

During his presidency, Jefferson purchased a large portion of land in North America. What is the name of this land and who did he buy it from?

What is Louisiana and France.

400

What was one reason why Great Britain abandoned the war in the War of 1812?

Andrew Jackson's victories in the south, the battle of Plattsburgh, The Napoleonic Wars.

400

Name three amendments included in the Bill of Rights.

  • First Amendment: freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and freedom of assembly
  • Second Amendment: the right of the people to keep and bear arms
  • Third Amendment: restricts housing soldiers in private homes
  • Fourth Amendment: protects against unreasonable search and seizure
  • Fifth Amendment: protects against self-testimony, being tried twice for the same crime, and the seizure of property under eminent domain
  • Sixth Amendment: the rights to a speedy trial, trial by jury, and to the services of a lawyer
  • Seventh Amendment: guarantees trial by jury in cases involving a certain dollar amount
  • Eighth Amendment: prohibits excessive bail or fines and cruel and unusual punishment for crimes
  • Ninth Amendment: listing of rights (in the Bill of Rights) does not mean that other rights are not in effect
  • Tenth Amendment: power not granted to the Federal Government is reserved for states or individual people
500

Two Parts:

This document was added to the Constitution during Washington's presidency. 

Is Mr. Gregory artistic? What proves this? 

The Bill of Rights.


The artistic pictures he took in Washington D.C. ten years ago.

500

John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, both former Presidents and signers of the DOI, died on the same day. What day was that?

What is July 4th, 1826, the 50th anniversary of the DOI 

500

In 1803 Thomas Jefferson discussed terms on the Louisiana Purchase. How much did the United States pay for the vast territory?

What is $15 million 

500

James Madison, the fourth President of the United States, is often known for his benefaction to the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. What significant political party did he belong to during his presidency?

What is the Democratic Republican Party

500

What is an "amendment" and what percentage of the states must agree to them in order to make it happen?

An amendment is a change or addition to the Constitution. 38/50 states or 3/4 have to agree to make an amendment happen.