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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 was the name of the group founded by supporters of Genet?

2. What did Washington do with his fork during the tea party?

3. What injury did Washington receive when thrown from his horse going to Mount Vernon?

4. What did the British say they would do once the peace treaty was signed?

5. What was Washington glad that John Adams didn't want from the presidential mansion?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why was Jefferson concerned about President Washington's trip to the southern states?

2. Why were the Republicans upset over the Jay Mission?

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

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

5. What was the Pennsylvania Democratic Society?

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

7. Who was Pierre Charles L'Enfant?

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

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

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

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 retired several times from public service. After leaving the Presidency, Washington felt that would be the last time he retired. After the fallout over the agents XYZ, John Adams called Washington out of retirement. It is suggested by Flexner on several occasions that Adams was jealous of Washington.

Part 1) Analyze Washington and Adams relationship. Did they get along? What did they have in common? How did they treat one another?

Part 2) Explain reasons for Adams being jealous of Washington and how it affects their relationship.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout Washington's life, Washington experienced people who were critical of the way Washington operated. From Washington's time in the military to his presidency, Washington faced critics. Near the end of Washington's Presidency, Washington became the target of personal attacks.

Part 1) How did Washington react to the personal attacks and critics?

Part 2) Describe Washington's relationship with Governor Shirley and Brigadier General Forbes.

Part 3) As Washington's presidency came to an end, what was the public opinion of Washington? How did this effect Washington's feelings about himself?

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