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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. Washington was a distinguished soldier in the _______________________.
(a) Road to Richmond.
(b) Battle of Brandywine.
(c) Chadwick Campaign.
(d) French and Indian War.

2. General William Howe was replaced by whom after word of the French treat with the Americans?
(a) General Henry Fairfax.
(b) General Henry Clinton.
(c) General William Burgoyne.
(d) General James Lattimore.

3. How long was Washington able to hold Manhattan after the British began their offensive?
(a) One month.
(b) Four months.
(c) Five days.
(d) Three weeks.

4. What was the name of the organization formed to support soldiers and their families after the war?
(a) Society of the Cincinnati.
(b) Sons of Freedom.
(c) Sons of the American Revolution.
(d) Society of Patriots.

5. Why was Washington envious of Jacky Custis?
(a) Jacky had the opportunity for a formal education.
(b) Jacky had a good sense of humor.
(c) Jacky had broad shoulders.
(d) Jacky had thick, dark hair.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many years was Washington gone from his home to lead the Revolutionary army?

2. Who was George Washington's father?

3. Which battle took place the day after the Battle of Trenton?

4. Two Northern generals who played an important part in Washington's future were Nathanael Greene and _______.

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

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