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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, The Planter: Chapters 9-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who was the artist who painted Washington's portrait that appears on American currency?
(a) Gilbert Stuart.
(b) Giles Simonson.
(c) Gamble Stockstill.
(d) Gerard Stillwell.

2. Washington saw himself as a/an _________________ slaveholder.
(a) Kind.
(b) Absentee.
(c) Uninvolved.
(d) Dictatorial.

3. How many resolutions were presented in #46?
(a) 24.
(b) 31.
(c) 17.
(d) 35.

4. Why was Jacky Custis not motivated to get an education?
(a) He knew his stepfather would take care of him.
(b) He was basically a person with no ambition.
(c) He didn't think he needed one to become a farmer.
(d) He knew he would inherit his father's estate one day.

5. By what nickname was Washington's stepson, John Parke Custis, known?
(a) J.P.
(b) Johnnie.
(c) Jacky.
(d) John Boy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Throughout his life, Washington would have a fascination with _______________.

2. Which office did Washington run for and win?

3. Washington found himself deeply in debt because of his extravagant lifestyle and the ______________________.

4. In 1774, Washington was one of several Virginia delegates to attend the first ________________________.

5. What was the greatest impact on Washington's life regarding his father's death?

(see the answer key)

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