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.