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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. Which division of American society contained rocky fields with no agricultural aristocracy?

2. Which city became the temporary capitol of the United States?

3. The delegates argued not only during debates, but also argued over what?

4. Whose resignation did Washington receive on July 31, 1793?

5. Who did Washington hire as a secretary?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Washington's concern over the French Revolution.

2. What was the Pennsylvania Democratic Society?

3. Describe what the Provision Order permitted.

4. Describe William Maclay's feelings on George Washington.

5. How did the public react to the ratification of the Jay Treaty?

6. Describe Washington's "taste" in art.

7. Why did Alexander Hamilton oppose the idea of "discrimination"?

8. What were Washington's concerns about England and France fighting?

9. Who was Pierre Charles L'Enfant?

10. Describe Edmund Randolph's background and qualifications for Washington's cabinet.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

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 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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