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Washington and Adams
Flashcards
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Inauguration | A ceremony in which the president takes oath of office. |
| Precedent | An example to be followed by others in the future. |
| Bond | A certificate issued by a government for an amount of money that the government promises to pay back with interest. |
| Speculator | People who invest in a risky venture in the hope of making a large profit. |
| Tariff | A tax on imported goods. |
| Faction | Was an organized political group. |
| Unconstitutional | Contrary to what is permitted by the constitution. |
| Alien | An outsider or someone from another Country. |
| Sedition | Activity designed to overthrow a government. |
| Nullify | Deprive of legal force. |
| George Washington | First president of the United States. Rev. war hero. |
| John Adams | Washington's vice president and 2nd president. |
| Alexander Hamilton | Washington's secretary of treasure. |
| Thomas Jefferson | Secretary of state. |
| James Madison | Wrote VA and KY resolution. |