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Washington and Adams

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    the presidencies of George Washington and John Adams
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  • Allowed the president to imprison aliens (non-citizens), or send those he considered dangerous out of the country
    Alien Act
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  • Made it a crime to speak, write, or publish criticisms (complaints) against the government, Congress or the President.
    Sedition Act
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  • claimed that the Alien and Sedition Acts could not be put into action because they violated (went against) the Constitution
    The Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions
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  • the theory (idea) that rights not specifically given to the federal government remain with the states.
    states rights
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  • This political party trusted wealthy and educated people, supported businesses and trade, and wanted a strong national government.
    Federalists
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  • an example that would become a standard practice
    precedent
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  • This political party trusted the common people, supported farming (agricultural economy), and believed in states' rights.
    Democratic Republicans
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  • a policy of not choosing sides in a dispute or war between other country
    neutrality
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  • policy of avoiding political or military agreements with other countries
    isolationism
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  • This group of people gives ideas and advice to the President.
    Cabinet
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  • What was ONE precedent set by George Washington?
    Washington decided that he should be called “Mr. President”; served 2 terms for a total of 8 years
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  • What THREE pieces of advice did Washington give to the leaders and citizens of the U.S. in his Farewell Address?
    Avoid permanent alliances with other countries. Avoid political parties. Stay united
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  • Who was the first President to live in the White House - Washington or Adams?
    John Adams
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  • Which President died on July 4th - Washington or Adams?
    John Adams
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  • The Whiskey Rebellion was during ____ Presidency. (Washington or Adams)
    George Washington
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  • The XYZ Affair was during ___ Presidency. (Washington or Adams)
    John Adams
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