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What title was George Washington known by during his presidency?
What title was George Washington known by during his presidency?
- Father of the Nation
- Commander-in-Chief
- The First Citizen
- Mr. President (correct)
What was unique about George Washington's presidential inauguration?
What was unique about George Washington's presidential inauguration?
- He added the words 'So help me god' to the oath. (correct)
- He was sworn in at Mount Vernon, Virginia.
- He took the oath on a Bible from the Library of Congress.
- He refused to take an oath of office.
What was notably unusual about George Washington's social interactions?
What was notably unusual about George Washington's social interactions?
- He refused to attend social gatherings.
- He required a formal introduction.
- He never shook hands with anyone. (correct)
- He only spoke with other elites.
Which event saw George Washington use military force to subdue a local uprising?
Which event saw George Washington use military force to subdue a local uprising?
What is a unique fact about George Washington's financial activities, not directly related to his political role?
What is a unique fact about George Washington's financial activities, not directly related to his political role?
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George Washington
George Washington
The first president of the United States, elected unanimously.
Mr. President
Mr. President
The title used for the President of the United States.
Whiskey Rebellion
Whiskey Rebellion
A rebellion by farmers who were angry about a tax on whiskey.
Washington serving in D.C.
Washington serving in D.C.
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Washington and whiskey
Washington and whiskey
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Study Notes
George Washington - 1st US President
- George Washington was the first president of the United States.
- He was elected unanimously at the age of 57.
- He was the only president who did not serve in Washington, D.C.
- At his inauguration, he added the phrase "So help me God."
- Washington had a unique manner; he never shook hands.
- Two significant events during his presidency were the Whiskey Rebellion and the war between England and France.
- He personally sent troops to quell the Whiskey Rebellion.
- Washington was a significant distiller, producing more whiskey than anyone else in America.
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