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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, The Statesman: Chapters 38-45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Washington and his army spent the Winter of ________________ in Valley Forge.
(a) 1773.
(b) 1788.
(c) 1777.
(d) 1781.

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

3. How many miles did Washington's men have to march after crossing the river in #73 to catch the Hessians unaware?
(a) Three.
(b) Fifteen.
(c) Nine.
(d) Twelve.

4. What was a point of contention between Washington and a foreign dignitary who remained his friend?
(a) Washington continued to own slaves.
(b) Washington did not want any military honors.
(c) Washington would not support the French army.
(d) Washington would not give him an American military distinction.

5. What did Washington put efforts toward preserving after the war?
(a) His weapons.
(b) His war papers.
(c) His friendships.
(d) His uniforms.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was the first husband of Washington's wife?

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

3. Another decisive defeat of Washington's men by the British took place on Chatterton's Hill as both armies moved to dominate the ______________________.

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

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

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