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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Heights, The Loss of Philadelphia and The Conway Cabal.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After the death of his half-brother, which position did Washington take?
(a) Secretary of State.
(b) Adjunct General of Virginia.
(c) President.
(d) Adjunct General of Delaware.

2. How far did Washington's troops have to march to reach the Hessian soldiers' encampment?
(a) 3 miles.
(b) 5 miles.
(c) 10 miles.
(d) 9 miles.

3. Why was Washington chosen for his first military experience?
(a) His negotiating skills.
(b) His surveying and wilderness skills.
(c) His leadership skills.
(d) His local prominence.

4. What year did the First Continental Congress meet?
(a) 1776.
(b) 1773.
(c) 1775.
(d) 1774.

5. Who did Washington leave in charge at the battle at New York City?
(a) Brigadier General Thomas Conway.
(b) Thomas Mifflin.
(c) Major General John Sullivan.
(d) General Howe.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Washington buy his best clothes?

2. Which group was the main concern as Lt. Dinwiddie led the "Ohio Company" to the north?

3. What was George Washington's most prominent relative's occupation?

4. What did Washington invent after determining the amount of grains in a bushel of timothy?

5. What was Washington's estate known as?

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