In order to create structure within the executive branch of the federal government, president washington
refused to appoint people who belonged to a political party.
made his department smaller and more manageable.
appointed a group of close advisors as his cabinet.
split the government into three divisions.

appointed a group of close advisors as his cabinet, just took the test

"appointed a group of close advisors as his cabinet."

Explanation:

The Cabinet of the United States is composed of the main positions of the executive branch of the Federal Government of the United States, whose existence dates back to the time of George Washington, the first president of the United States, who appointed a Cabinet of five persons: Thomas Jefferson (Secretary of State), Alexander Hamilton (Secretary of the Treasury), Henry Knox (Secretary of War), Samuel Osgood (Chief of the Postal Service) and Edmund Randolph (Attorney General), for advice and assistance in their duties.

after defeating german forces in north africa allied leaders turned their attention to "italy," since this was the location that made the most geographic sense before invading northern europe via france. 

the main objectives of the progressive movement were eliminating problems caused by industrialization, urbanization, immigration, and political corruption.