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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Treason, Virginia Endangered, Yorktown and A Gulf of Civil Horror.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In May of 1778, which country recognized the independence of the United States?
(a) Great Britain.
(b) Italy.
(c) France.
(d) Germany.

3. What document, written by Thomas Paine, renewed patriotic enthusiasm?
(a) Rhetoric.
(b) Declaration of Independence.
(c) Common Sense.
(d) U.S. Constitution.

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

5. What was the name of the movement to take Washington out of power?
(a) Conway Controversy.
(b) Conway Cabal.
(c) Down with Washington.
(d) Greene's Gambles.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many times was George Washington's father married?

3. In what city was the main British base in New Jersey?

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

5. In December of 1776, Washington's troops crossed which body of water?

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