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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, The General: Chapters 27-37.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following did Washington's men NOT lack at Valley Forge?
(a) Clothing.
(b) Food.
(c) Medicine.
(d) Weapons.

2. Washington pursued a career as a/an ___________________ when his mother denied his joining the Royal Navy.
(a) Attorney.
(b) Land surveyor.
(c) Silversmith.
(d) Merchant.

3. Who did Washington decide to marry?
(a) Jane Hemings.
(b) Martha Custis.
(c) Sally Fairfax.
(d) Elizabeth Lafayette.

4. What was the greatest impact on Washington's life regarding his father's death?
(a) He had no one to look up to.
(b) He had to take care of his mother.
(c) He had a bad reputation.
(d) He could not go to boarding school.

5. In the Summer of 1777, the British made a move toward __________________, so Washington moved his army quickly into the city.
(a) Princeton.
(b) Philadelphia.
(c) Albany.
(d) Richmond.

Short Answer Questions

1. Washington's stepdaughter, Patsy, died from a bout of _________________.

2. What was the name of the organization formed to support soldiers and their families after the war?

3. What was the name of the farm inherited by Washington's eldest half-brother?

4. What was Washington's demeanor during the time his portrait was painted?

5. In 1754, Washington led his troops into which region to fight the French?

(see the answer key)

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