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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. Who was Charles Lee?
(a) A merchant.
(b) A British immigrant and military genius.
(c) An attorney.
(d) A British military officer.

2. What did Washington invent after determining the amount of grains in a bushel of timothy?
(a) A buggy.
(b) A plow.
(c) A tractor.
(d) A sander.

3. When Washington was named head of the Continental Army, how did he feel?
(a) Happy.
(b) Ready to fight.
(c) Unprepared.
(d) Prepared.

4. Where did Washington get his reading material?
(a) Imported it from Germany.
(b) Imported it from Japan.
(c) Imported it from Italy.
(d) Imported it from England.

5. What city did Washington travel to to attempt getting more recruits and better fortification of the northern army near Canada?
(a) Philadelphia.
(b) Boston.
(c) New York City.
(d) Washington D.C.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who objected to Washington's participation in military activities?

2. On September 15th, what key area did the British gain control?

3. What year did the First Continental Congress meet?

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

5. What state was George Washington born?

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