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

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

3. Who was installed as the British officer in charge of American forces in 1754?

4. Who was Horatio Gates?

5. What year did the Second Continental Congress meet?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did Martha Washington support her husband?

2. How did George Washington feel about slavery?

3. Between 1768-1775, what changes occurred to Mount Vernon?

4. What was Washington's favorite military strategy?

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

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

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

8. What was unique about George Washington versus other officers regarding combat?

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

10. What was the British response after the Battle of Monmouth?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Washington was always looking for ways to improve as an officer, as well as improve the Continental Army. Describe Washington's vision for the Continental Army. Describe the three areas of servicemen Washington envisioned and their duties.

Essay Topic 2

Jefferson and Hamilton didn't have the same ideas on a lot of issues. Washington was often caught in the middle, as both men were trusted advisers. Discuss the issues that kept Jefferson and Hamilton from unification.

Essay Topic 3

The French Revolution became a major conflict in Europe. Washington feared backlash in the United States from the pro-French sentiment.

Part 1) Describe Washington's fear of an uprising due to the French sentiment.

Part 2) Why did Washington feel it was necessary to stay out of the French Revolution?

Part 3) What precedence did Washington set regarding foreign policy?

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