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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Road Turns Upward, Hope Abroad and Bankruptcy at Home and Enter a French Army.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How many men made up the British army that occupied Germantown?
(a) 3,000.
(b) 5,000.
(c) 1,000.
(d) 10,000.

3. On September 15th, what key area did the British gain control?
(a) Manhattan.
(b) The Long Island shore.
(c) New York City.
(d) Philadelphia.

4. In what city was the main British base in New Jersey?
(a) Trenton.
(b) Brunswick.
(c) Morristown.
(d) Princeton.

5. How did Washington's wife react to Washington's new role as head of the Continental Army?
(a) United with Washington to help the revolutionary effort.
(b) Was upset and reluctantly supported Washington.
(c) Told George that he was on his own.
(d) Told George's mother and she stopped him from fighting.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What cash crop did Washington rely on for the most profit?

3. What was Washington's estate known as?

4. After the death of his half-brother, which position did Washington take?

5. What name was given to Washington's most effective spies?

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