Chapter 8: The Federalist Era Section 1: The First President

uniform -

standard

national debt -

the amount of money of nations government

precedent -

traditions

Bill of Rights -

10 amendments were passed in December of 1791 by congress in the first session to fulfill the promises made to the states during ratification

When was George Washington inaugurated as the 1st President of the United States?

April 30,1789

What constitution did George Washington serve under?

Articles of constitution

How did the first Congress support President Washington in establishing the executive branch?

Congress passed laws at Washington's request creating 3 departments and 2 offices in the executive branch.

Which of George Washington's precedents do you think are most important to modern presidents and why?

Creation of cabinet- helps president do his or her job Two term limit- keeps the president's power in check

What precedents did George Washington establish?

Inaugural address, two terms in office, creation of cabinet, foreign policy of neutrality

Why is having a uniform national legal system a good idea?

It ensures that citizens in each state have equal rights and protection under the law.

What did the Judiciary Act of 1789 do?

It established a federal court system with 13 direct courts and 3 circuit courts

Summarize Hamilton's plan for building the nation's economy.

It would pay back debts, create a national bank, impose protective tariffs on foreign goods, and begin collecting national taxes.

Why did Madison and Jefferson disagree with Hamilton's proposal for a national bank? What was the outcome?

Madison and Jefferson thought a national bank was unconstitutional and would benefit the wealthy. But Hamilton and Washington thought it would build a strong national economy.The bank was created despite their objections.

cabinet -

a group of advisers to the president

tariff -

a tax on imports

Alexander Hamilton -

chosen by Washington to be head of the department of treasury; handled financial matters

Thomas Jefferson -

chosen by Washington to be head of the state department; secretary of state; handled relations with other nations

accumulated -

collected

unconstitutional -

inconsistent with the constitution

John Jay -

nominated by Washington to lead the supreme court as chief justice

bonds -

paper notes promising to repay the money in a certain length of time