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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A French Bombshell, Trouble All Around, A Tragic Departure and Opposite Hands Across the Ocean.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what day in 1783 did Washington arrive in Mount Vernon?
(a) Christmas Day.
(b) Christmas Eve.
(c) His birthday.
(d) New Years Day.

2. Whose resignation did Washington receive on July 31, 1793?
(a) Alexander Hamilton.
(b) Henry Knox.
(c) John Jay.
(d) Thomas Jefferson.

3. What happened to Washington when he rode towards the enemy?
(a) Washington was saved by his aides.
(b) Washington fell off his horse.
(c) Washington was captured.
(d) Washington was shot and wounded.

4. When Washington returned to New York City, what did the British do?
(a) The British surrendered.
(b) The British launched a suprise attack.
(c) The British retreated.
(d) The British openly attacked the Continental Army.

5. Where was the British blockade located that forced the Continental Army into a harsh winter without supplies?
(a) Delaware River.
(b) Chesapeake Bay.
(c) Potomac River.
(d) Boston Harbor.

Short Answer Questions

1. From which country did Washington obtain a mule as a gift?

2. After Washington left New York in 1783, where did he go?

3. What did the British say they would do once the peace treaty was signed?

4. When did Washington receive a draft of the Declaration of Independence?

5. Who did Washington leave in charge at the battle at New York City?

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