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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. How many French warships appeared in the New York Harbor in 1793?

2. Who was appointed Minister to Holland?

3. Who was surprised that Washington ratified the Jay Treaty?

4. What did the convention scrap after five days of meeting?

5. What was in the worst shape in Mount Vernon?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Washington's feelings on the individual versus societies or parties.

2. How did Washington feel about the leadership role at the convention?

3. How did the writing of "The Federalist" persuade Washington?

4. Describe Washington's visit to Annapolis in December of 1783.

5. Who was Pierre Charles L'Enfant?

6. Why was it difficult to establish a new government according to Washington?

7. What was "Washington's Legacy" described in Chapter 23 "Goodbye to War"?

8. Describe the role of Gouverneur Morris in 1791.

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

10. Why didn't Washington appoint Monroe as envoy to France in 1796?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Washington stayed at Mount Vernon various activities kept Washington busy.

Part 1) Discuss Washington's activities while at Mount Vernon.

Part 2) What renovations were being done to the house?

Part 3) Describe the property and the amenities offered at Mount Vernon.

Essay Topic 2

Washington's vision for the economy is for a mixed economy focusing on agriculture and business.

Part 1) Describe Washington's vision for the economy.

Part 2) How did Hamilton view the economic financial structure?

Part 3) How did Jefferson view the economic financial structure?

Essay Topic 3

Washington's army was aided by the French on more than one occasion. Flexner hinted to some disagreement and ill feelings between Washington and some of the French officers. For each of the people listed, discuss their relationship with Washington. What were their feelings towards one another? How did their relationship affect the outcome of working together?

1) Colonel Duportail

2) Thomas Conway

3) Lafayette

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