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What was the major concern highlighted in the text regarding George Washington taking office in 1789?
What was the major concern highlighted in the text regarding George Washington taking office in 1789?
- The disagreement in Congress over what title to give him (correct)
- The location of the nation's capital
- The construction of Washington D.C.
- The appointment of John Jay as Chief Justice
Why was George Washington in a uniquely difficult position upon taking office?
Why was George Washington in a uniquely difficult position upon taking office?
- He had to oversee the construction of Washington D.C.
- He was unsure about the location of the nation's capital
- His Vice President, John Adams, had more experience
- Every action he took would set a precedent (correct)
What was the outcome of the debate in Congress over what to call George Washington?
What was the outcome of the debate in Congress over what to call George Washington?
- 'Mr. President' (correct)
- 'Mr. Excellence'
- 'His Excellency'
- 'His Highness'
In 1789, who became the first Chief Justice appointed by George Washington?
In 1789, who became the first Chief Justice appointed by George Washington?
What was a key issue left for Congress to decide regarding the Supreme Court according to the text?
What was a key issue left for Congress to decide regarding the Supreme Court according to the text?
Why was it crucial for George Washington's decisions upon taking office to set a precedent according to the text?
Why was it crucial for George Washington's decisions upon taking office to set a precedent according to the text?
What issue related to state courts was raised in the text when discussing the new U.S. government?
What issue related to state courts was raised in the text when discussing the new U.S. government?
Who was the first Chief Justice appointed by President Washington?
Who was the first Chief Justice appointed by President Washington?
Which department was overseen by the first Secretary of State, Thomas Jefferson?
Which department was overseen by the first Secretary of State, Thomas Jefferson?
What is the group called that assists and advises the president with the nation's problems?
What is the group called that assists and advises the president with the nation's problems?
Why was there disagreement between Southern and Northern states regarding Hamilton's plan to repay war debts?
Why was there disagreement between Southern and Northern states regarding Hamilton's plan to repay war debts?
What was the purpose of tariffs according to Hamilton?
What was the purpose of tariffs according to Hamilton?
Which two individuals held differing views on the interpretation of the Constitution?
Which two individuals held differing views on the interpretation of the Constitution?
What did Hamilton believe about the 'necessary and proper' steps mentioned in Article I of the Constitution?
What did Hamilton believe about the 'necessary and proper' steps mentioned in Article I of the Constitution?
Which department did Edmund Randolph advise in as the first Attorney General appointed by Washington?
Which department did Edmund Randolph advise in as the first Attorney General appointed by Washington?
