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This document is a study guide covering topics related to the early history of the United States, including key figures like George Washington, events like the Louisiana Purchase, and important concepts like the Embargo Act. The study guide also includes information about the Lewis and Clark expedition and the War of 1812.

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Early Nation Review Sheet Test Friday- (STUDY) 1.List 3 things that George Washington established as President Established the president's cabinet Established a two term presidency No calling on king only mr.president 2.What’s a Precedent A example for later...

Early Nation Review Sheet Test Friday- (STUDY) 1.List 3 things that George Washington established as President Established the president's cabinet Established a two term presidency No calling on king only mr.president 2.What’s a Precedent A example for later presidents to follow 3. Who was Alexander Hamilton and what did he do under President Washington? Alexander hamilton was the secretary treasury under george washington create a stable financial foundation for the nation and increase the power of the central government. 4. What did Washington, Adams and Jefferson do while serving as President? Made sure to avoid getting involved in European Wars 5. Louisiana Purchase-3 facts Doubled the size of America Gained control of the mississippi river Bought louisiana and port city from napoleon for 15 million. 6. Who was Pocohontas? Help lewis and clark in the journey Help navigate the new lands after the purchase of Louisiana Help translate 7. Lewis and Clark Expedition-3 facts Ordered by President Thomas Jefferson to explore the new land (Louisiana) They met a Native American woman named Sacagawea from the Shoshone tribe. Sacagawea helped Lewis and Clarke learn how to navigate the land 8. What was the War of 1812 When the British went on American ships and forced Americans to be in the British Navy. 9. Embargo Act closed U.S. ports to all exports and restricted imports from Britain. No trade with Britain or France 10. Non-Intercourse Act Did not allow trade with britain or france 11. Treaty of Ghent Ended the war of 1812 12. Impressment Forced American sailors to be in the british navy 13. Debt Owe money 14. Who is Dolly Madison and what is she known for doing? She saved George washington's Portrait from the fire in the white house in 1814 15. Monroe Doctrine Told the british to stay out of the western hemisphere and no more colonization

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