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

2. What art did George Washington learn as a teenager?
(a) Singing.
(b) Fighting.
(c) Painting.
(d) Surveying.

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

4. Where did Washington believe the war would be won?
(a) In the minds of the people.
(b) In Boston.
(c) On the battlefield.
(d) In Philadelphia.

5. How did the rookie soldiers respond to the leader at the battle at New York City?
(a) The soldiers fled and panicked.
(b) The soldiers disrespected the new leader.
(c) The soldiers fought like warriors.
(d) The soldiers launched a suprise attack.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What was the name of the movement to take Washington out of power?

3. Who did Washington marry?

4. After the Battle of Monmouth, which state did the British retreat behind their fortifications?

5. Who realized that " Washington's magic was still so great that Congress would not vote to discharge him"?

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