a) a person who actively sought out being a leader and having political power

or

b) a person who accepted political power because he was called upon by his countrymen and women.

In your response, please include the following:

a) 3 examples from the John Adam Miniseries episode. Your examples can be gestures or words that Washington spoke that show his thoughts on being president.

b) 2 quotes from the letter George Washington wrote to his friend Henry Knox that show his feelings on being president. Please be sure to explain the meaning of the quote.

c) Which type of leader would you prefer and why?