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When did Congress convene for the first time?
How many electoral votes did George Washington receive in the presidential vote?
What is the significance of March 4, 1789, in U.S. history?
Which event occurred directly after Congress convened?
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Who was the first President of the United States elected with electoral votes?
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Study Notes
First Congressional Convening
- The first Congress of the United States convened on March 4, 1789, in New York City.
- This date signifies the start of the new government under the Constitution of the United States.
The First President
- George Washington was elected as the first President of the United States with a unanimous vote in the Electoral College.
- This meant every elector cast a vote for him.
First Presidential Election
- While Washington received a unanimous vote, he didn't receive all the electoral votes possible at the time.
- There were 69 electors, but only 69 votes were cast, with one state failing to send electors to the Electoral College.
- This meant that while Washington was unanimously chosen, he also missed out on some potential electoral votes.
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Description
Test your knowledge on key events in U.S. history, particularly around the first convening of Congress and George Washington's electoral victory. This quiz covers significant dates and events that shaped the early political landscape of the United States.
