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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6, The Legacy: Chapters 64-67.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In what city did Washington serve as the president of the new country?
(a) New York.
(b) Philadelphia.
(c) Richmond.
(d) Baltimore.

3. Washington's father had _______________ children with Washington's mother.
(a) 4.
(b) 5.
(c) 1.
(d) 3.

4. Which army did Washington join in 1754?
(a) Indian.
(b) French.
(c) American.
(d) British.

5. Why did Martha Washington free the slaves when she did?
(a) She was afraid for her safety.
(b) She wanted to relieve her conscience.
(c) She did not free them.
(d) She wanted to maintain social propriety.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was a French ambassador to the United States during the French Revolution?

2. In 1754, Washington led his troops into which region to fight the French?

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

4. Why did Washington like spending so much time with his eldest half-brother at his farm?

5. How many children did Washington's father have with his first wife?

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