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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Whiskey Rebellion, The Democratic Societies, A Disastrous Document and Tragedy with a Friend.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Washington believe the war would be won?
(a) On the battlefield.
(b) In Philadelphia.
(c) In the minds of the people.
(d) In Boston.

2. Who was opposed to the idea of "discrimination" with regard to finances?
(a) Thomas Jefferson.
(b) James Madison.
(c) Alexander Hamilton.
(d) John Adams.

3. After returning to Mount Vernon, what did Flexner state Washington invested his time in?
(a) He bred horses and hound dogs.
(b) He farmed.
(c) He bred rabbits.
(d) He bred cows and horses.

4. What time was dinner usually served at Mount Vernon?
(a) 1:00 p.m.
(b) 11 a.m.
(c) 2:00 p.m.
(d) Noon.

5. While the British were not attacking the United States, what was the enemy?
(a) Inflation.
(b) The French.
(c) Unemployment.
(d) The Hessians.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Washington was named head of the Continental Army, how did he feel?

2. Who was surprised that Washington ratified the Jay Treaty?

3. Which two countries began battling in the United States in 1755?

4. What was Washington's defense against melancholy?

5. Washington's secret attack strategy was similar to which group?

(see the answer key)

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