B#3 One Nation

Benchmark 1-B United States:

Analyze and interpret major eras, events and individuals from the periods of exploration and colonization through the Civil War and Reconstruction in United States history.

#3 Standard with Test Specifications:

Describe and explain the actions taken to build one nation from thirteen states, to include:

a. precedents established by George Washington (e.g., cabinet, two-term presidency); Alexander Hamilton’s financial plan (e.g., the national bank, payment of debts).

Sample Question: H8.1-B.3a

Which precedent was set by the first president of the United States?

A. two-term limit*

B. popular sovereignty

C. separation of powers

D. trial by jury