The first four presidents
Washington D.C.
Due to a back door deal with his Treasurer and two future presidents, Washington made this Virginian city our nation's capital.
Neutrality
During the war between France and Britain in 1793, Washington chose __________ instead of fighting with or supporting either country.
Alien and Sedition
The ______ ___ ________ Act made speaking out against the government's officials a punishable offense.
XYZ Affair
This event caused the majority of Americans to want to go to war, against France, during Adams' presidency.
Whiskey Rebellion
This event occurred in 1794, when Pennsylvania distillers opposed and fought the 1791 excise tax on whiskey; Washington aggressively sent in troops, demonstrating the executive branch's duty to enforce laws.
Meriwether Lewis
This was Jefferson's private secretary that was sent on an expedition to explore the newly bought Louisiana Purchase
Democratic Republican
Thomas Jefferson was not a federalist, but a ________ _________.
True
True or False: James Madison was the only president to be shot at in battle during his presidency.
Alexander Hamilton
Washington's Treasurer was _________ _________.
France
Which country was the Louisiana Purchase purchased from?
Navy
Which department of our military was created by John Adams?
Jefferson and Adams
Which two presidents signed the Declaration of Independence, and died on July Fourth? (Last names)
John Adams
Who was both the first vice president and second president of the United States?
George Washington
Who was the first president of the United States?
James Madison
Who was the fourth president of the USA?
Thomas Jefferson
Who was the third president of the USA?
War of 1812
A war between the United States and England which was trying to interfere with American trade with France. Madison was forced into it.
William Clark
As a friend of Meriwether Lewis, this man was asked to accompany him on his expedition.
Two
How many terms did George Washington serve as president?
2
How many terms did Jefferson serve? (number, not word)
Fire
In 1814, British soldiers set the White House on ____.
Congress
In order to go to war against Britain, Madison had to ask _______ for permission.