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Read the following sentences from the text.
"By making a speech, Washington did more than was necessary. The Constitution required only an oath of office. Washington established a tradition of making a speech that every elected president in American history has followed."
What can you conclude about Washington based on this information?
A Most presidents today have rejected Washington's idea of an inaugural address, except for a few.
B We still see the effects of Washington's decision to make a speech in presidents' inaugural speeches today.
C Washington was forced to make a speech by Congress, but he made the speech his own with unique twists.
D Congress was upset when Washington decided to give a speech, but they eventually let him do it.
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