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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through An Early Triumph, The Continental Army on Trial and Depths.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. Which two countries began battling in the United States in 1755?
(a) Germany and Spain.
(b) France and Spain.
(c) England and Spain.
(d) France and England.

4. What cash crop did Washington rely on for the most profit?
(a) Tobacco.
(b) Corn.
(c) Beans.
(d) Sugar cane.

5. Which group was the main concern as Lt. Dinwiddie led the "Ohio Company" to the north?
(a) British.
(b) French.
(c) Indians.
(d) Germany.

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom did Washington sell his extra produce?

2. When Washington was six, his family moved to which city?

3. What happened to Washington when he rode towards the enemy?

4. Who did Washington receive fatherly advice from?

5. What document, written by Thomas Paine, renewed patriotic enthusiasm?

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