"There are two types of education. One should teach us how to make a living, and the other how to live..."

--John Adams

Saturday, December 7, 2024

Week of Dec. 9-13, 2k24

Two weeks to go!


Amendment Video Podcasts below:



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George Washington 1789-1797

  1. Pre Q: How difficult do you think it was for G Dubbs to be the first president?
  2. Based on the reading, what are four things that made Washington a great president?
  3. Based on the reading, what were three struggles/problems Washington faced as president?
  4. Washington is considered a top 3 president by all presidential historians. Explain in a paragraph why you agree with this statement based on the reading and the flick.
  5. Washington warned the nation that political factions (political parties) would divide the nation and to be prepared for this division. Why do you think Washington was concerned about this?
  6. Explain two differences between the Federalists & the Democratic Republicans.
  7. Which issue do you think was the most significant issue that separated the political parties?


John Adams 1797-1801

  1. Why do you think Adams had a tough time as president, both entering the office and during office?
  2. What is impressment & how did this affect the United States?
  3. What was the purpose of the Alien & Sedition Acts , passed because of the XYZ Affair?
  4. How did the public respond to the Alien & Sedition Acts?
  5. Do you think Adams was a good president, or do you think he did a good job as president? Provide three sentences explaining your answer.