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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. In 1765, to defray war costs, Parliament enacted the _____________________.
(a) Boston Tea Party.
(b) Stamp Act.
(c) Declaration of Independence.
(d) American Federation Act.

2. George Washington grew up in which state?
(a) Ohio.
(b) Maryland.
(c) Virginia.
(d) Massachusetts.

3. What was the surname of Martha's children?
(a) Choate.
(b) Custis.
(c) Cullen.
(d) Curtis.

4. How many children did Washington's father have with his first wife?
(a) 4.
(b) 2.
(c) 7.
(d) 3.

5. After the royal governor disbanded the House of Burgesses for the second time, Washington and several other men met secretly and agreed to ______________________.
(a) Cease all imports.
(b) Establish a local government.
(c) Meet with the King of England.
(d) Tax tea.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following did Washington NOT provide for his slaves?

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

3. Washington's seat in the House of Burgesses gained him __________________________.

4. How many children did the woman have when she married Washington?

5. Which country enacted the Townshend Acts which placed duties on more goods sold to American colonists?

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