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

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

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

4. What neighborhood did Rochambeau's army move to in July 1781?

5. Who covered his face in fear that Washington had been killed?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did Benedict Arnold attempt to impress his love, Peggy Shipman?

2. What was Washington's favorite military strategy?

3. What was the source of Washington's excitement in July of 1778?

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

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

6. How did Martha Washington support her husband?

7. Describe the British operations after becoming tired of the Ohio Wilderness in 1755.

8. Explain Washington's crossing of the Delaware River in 1777.

9. How did George Washington fortify the area of Dorchester Neck?

10. Describe what George Washington was by birth and training according to Flexner.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

After serving nine years in the military, Washington struggled adjusting to civilian life.

Part 1) Describe Washington's adjustment to civilian life.

Part 2) What changes took place at Mount Vernon?

Part 3) What roles did Washington fill simultaneously at Mount Vernon? Why were they important?

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

Washington struggled to recruit and support an adequate army.

Part 1) Explain the reasons Washington struggled to build an army.

Part 2) What environmental factors deterred men to join?

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