Pre Q: How difficult do you think it was for G Dubbs to be the first president?
Based on the reading, what are three things that made Washington a great president?
Based on the reading, were three struggles/problems Washington faced as president?
Washington is considered a top 3 president by all presidential historians. Explain in a short paragraph why you think this is a true statement based on the reading and the flick.
What do you think the effects were after the formation of the first political parties and according to the chart what do you think is the biggest thing that creates division between the two parties - Federalist and Democratic-Republican?
Why do you think Adams had a tough time as president?
What is impressment & how did this affect the United States?
What was the purpose of the Alien & Sedition Acts passed because of the XYZ Affair?
How did the public respond to the Alien & Sedition Acts?
What did Thomas Jefferson do to the size of the government when he entered office?
Explain two effects of the Louisiana Purchase.
What was the purpose of the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
How did Jefferson respond to the seizure of American ships? Do you think his response was a good idea or a bad idea?
Do you think Thomas Jefferson was a good president? Explain why/why not and provide at least one example from the reading in your answer.
