George Washington's Early Presidency Quiz
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Who was the first Secretary of State in George Washington's Cabinet?

  • Henry Knox
  • Alexander Hamilton
  • John Adams
  • Thomas Jefferson (correct)
  • What did the Judiciary Act of 1789 establish?

  • The role of the President
  • The Bill of Rights
  • The system of checks and balances
  • 3 levels of Federal Courts (correct)
  • Who was the only president to be elected unanimously?

  • John Adams
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • George Washington (correct)
  • Alexander Hamilton
  • What was Alexander Hamilton's stance on the role of the federal government?

    <p>He believed in a strong federal government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Alexander Hamilton propose as a way to manage the national finances?

    <p>Establishing a National Bank</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary difference in views between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton?

    <p>Hamilton believed in a strong federal government, while Jefferson believed in the strength of the common farmer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    George Washington's Cabinet

    • Thomas Jefferson was the first Secretary of State in George Washington's Cabinet.

    Judiciary Act of 1789

    • The Judiciary Act of 1789 established the Supreme Court, with a chief justice and five associate justices.

    Unanimous Presidential Election

    • George Washington was the only president to be elected unanimously.

    Alexander Hamilton's Views

    • Alexander Hamilton believed in a strong federal government with significant powers.

    National Finance Management

    • Alexander Hamilton proposed a national bank to manage the national finances.

    Jefferson vs. Hamilton

    • The primary difference in views between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton was their stance on the role of the federal government, with Jefferson advocating for limited government powers and Hamilton pushing for a stronger central government.

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    Test your knowledge of the early presidency of George Washington with this quiz. Explore his achievements, the formation of the first Cabinet, and the key figures who served in his administration.

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