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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. What did the American colonists throw overboard into the Boston Harbor?

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

3. In May of 1778, which country recognized the independence of the United States?

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

5. When Washington was six, his family moved to which city?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Horatio Gates appearance.

2. Describe the British encampment in Germantown.

3. Why did Washington struggle placing Arnold at West Point?

4. Why did George Washington dislike Thomas Conway?

5. What were George Washington's feelings about Sally Fairfax?

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

7. Describe Cornwallis and Greene's military moves in 1781.

8. How did Martha Washington support her husband?

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

10. What was bothering Washington as 1775 was coming to an end?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Washington's cabinet was made up of quality men, whom Washington truly respected. For the cabinet members, discuss their relationship with Washington. Also, discuss one significant issue they helped advise Washington on.

1) Thomas Jefferson

2) John Jay

3) Henry Knox

4) Alexander Hamilton

Essay Topic 2

Washington died relatively quickly after becoming ill. Washington was caught in a storm while making his rounds at Mount Vernon. Describe the final days of the Presidents life. Describe the process by which the doctors attempted to save Washington.

Essay Topic 3

Washington was in major need for a victory. Winter was setting in and it was the night before Christmas.

Part 1) Describe the events that transpired as Washington crossed the Delaware River.

Part 2) What were Washington's reasons to attack on Christmas Day?

Part 3) How did the enemy react to the Christmas Day attack? Why?

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