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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5, The President: Chapters 46-63.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which person close to Washington died at the end of the Revolutionary War?
(a) Martha.
(b) Lee.
(c) Jacky.
(d) Patsy.

2. Why did many townspeople where Washington's army camped refuse to give the soldiers food and clothing?
(a) They could sell to the British and make a profit.
(b) They were afraid the British would hang them.
(c) They didn't know they were needed.
(d) They had none to spare.

3. Which of the following was NOT an issue that Washington battled with Congress over?
(a) The need for more soldiers.
(b) The need for more supplies.
(c) The right to choose his own generals.
(d) The need to change the color of uniforms.

4. When Washington married the woman in #53, he became a very wealthy man by appearances only because much of the money was set aside for _________________________.
(a) Her children.
(b) The county.
(c) The military.
(d) Taxes.

5. What is a flotilla?
(a) A formation of small warships.
(b) A weapons wagon.
(c) A unit of men.
(d) A cannon.

Short Answer Questions

1. Washington learned that Benedict Arnold had been conspiring with the British to capture ____________________.

2. What was a point of contention between Washington and a foreign dignitary who remained his friend?

3. How many years did Washington spend as President of the United States?

4. In what city was the convention in #129 held?

5. Washington pursued a career as a/an ___________________ when his mother denied his joining the Royal Navy.

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