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Use the information provided to you and your notes to help you answer the following questions about our first five presidents.

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The Continental Army...

Seemed like a powerful fighting force

seemed like it had not chance against the English army

was usually healthy and had plenty of food

was considered the most powerful army in the world

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John Adams is often called “incorruptible”. Which of the following illustrates someone who is “incorruptible?”

someone who signs the Declaration of Independence

someone who gives away government secrets

someone who fought against the British

someone who refuses to do something against the law, even if it helps him or her

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Why did Thomas Jefferson resign as secretary of state?

political differences between cabinet members

he was about to be president

he had to write the Declaration of Independence

he was fired

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The Purchase occurred during Jefferson's presidency

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James Madison was born in the state of

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What was the major event of Madison's presidency?

The death of George Clinton

He founded the Democratic party

Tension with Great Britain

The War of 1812

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Why is James Monroe's presidential term called the Era of Good Feelings?

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The is a document that said Europe should be neutral and not involved in American affairs

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James Monroe, George Washington, and John Adams all died on July 4th

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Read through the short summary of America's first five presidents below. Fill in the blanks with the correct responses

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Iowa

good

Neutral

Europe

Tecumseh

western

banned

bad

War of 1812

Alien and Sedition Acts

tippecanoe

Louisiana

white house

confederation

precedent

Whiskey Rebellion

Monroe

XYZ

Mississippi

Great Britain

Portrait

shipping

third

Embargo

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Match the president to their accomplishments in office

Draggable item		Corresponding Item
Madison		He put down the Whiskey Rebellion
Jefferson		passed the unpopular Alien and Sedition Acts
Washington		Bought the Louisiana Purchase
Monroe		the War of 1812 was fought during his term
Adams		told Europe to stay out of the affairs of the Western hemisphere

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Snow Day: First 5 Presidents

Snow Day: First 5 Presidents

The Continental Army...

John Adams is often called “incorruptible”. Which of the following illustrates someone who is “incorruptible?”

Why did Thomas Jefferson resign as secretary of state?

What was the major event of Madison's presidency?

Why is James Monroe's presidential term called the Era of Good Feelings?

James Monroe, George Washington, and John Adams all died on July 4th

Match the president to their accomplishments in office

The Continental Army...

After six long years...

Why is George Washington often called the father of our country?

John Adams is often called “incorruptible”. Which of the following illustrates someone who is “incorruptible?”

In contrast to his political life during the Revolution, the John Adams presidency was…

What was ironic about the day John Adams died?

Why did Thomas Jefferson resign as secretary of state?

Thomas Jefferson served as minister to what country

What was the major event of Madison's presidency?

Which of the following was James Madison involved with? Select all that are true

Why is James Monroe's presidential term called the Era of Good Feelings?

James Monroe, George Washington, and John Adams all died on July 4th

Match the president to their accomplishments in office

After six long years...

Why is George Washington often called the father of our country?

In contrast to his political life during the Revolution, the John Adams presidency was…

What was ironic about the day John Adams died?

Thomas Jefferson served as minister to what country

Which of the following was James Madison involved with? Select all that are true