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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was the British blockade located that forced the Continental Army into a harsh winter without supplies?

2. What did Congress request regarding supplies for the Continental Army?

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

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

5. To whom did Washington sell his extra produce?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Fort Le Boeuf.

2. Describe the future Mrs. Washington's appearance.

3. Describe the British troop movement in the days of that led to the arrival of the Declaration of Independence in New York.

4. Describe George Washington's childhood home.

5. Washington began constructing a village outside of Philadelphia. Describe the huts and the living conditions of the soldiers.

6. Who was General Nathanael Green?

7. How did George Washington feel about slavery?

8. What were Washington's feelings on the Boston Tea Party?

9. Describe the British encampment in Germantown.

10. In Chapter 16 "The Road Turns Upward," why did Washington re-think attacking the British after being completely prepared?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Slavery was an issue Washington dealt with his entire life. Washington's father owned slaves and by the end of his life, Washington owned a great number of slaves. Washington planned to set his slaves free.

Part 1) Explain Washington's feelings on slavery.

Part 2) How did Washington feel slaves should be treated? How was Washington's feelings different from most others in the country?

Part 3) Discuss the viewpoint of permanent marriage for slaves.

Essay Topic 2

Washington displayed strong leadership throughout his life. During Washington's childhood, through his military career, and even into Washington's presidency, he displayed leadership characteristics. Select three leadership characteristics Washington possessed and address the following:

Part 1) How did Washington develop each leadership characteristic?

Part 2) Provide an example in which Washington uses the characteristic.

Part 3) Did the development of these leadership characteristics help Washington as President?

Essay Topic 3

Throughout Washington's life, Washington experienced people who were critical of the way Washington operated. From Washington's time in the military to his presidency, Washington faced critics. Near the end of Washington's Presidency, Washington became the target of personal attacks.

Part 1) How did Washington react to the personal attacks and critics?

Part 2) Describe Washington's relationship with Governor Shirley and Brigadier General Forbes.

Part 3) As Washington's presidency came to an end, what was the public opinion of Washington? How did this effect Washington's feelings about himself?

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