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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Throughout his life, Washington would have a fascination with _______________.
2. In the Fall of 1777, Washington wasted men and ammunition in attempting to take a British stronghold called _____________________.
3. Who was Washington's eldest half-brother with whom he spent a lot of time after his father's death?
4. In 1765, to defray war costs, Parliament enacted the _____________________.
5. George Washington grew up in which state?
Short Essay Questions
1. How did George and Martha manage the fact that they had no children together and how would this affect his eventual nomination for President of the new country?
2. Why was the Revolutionary War important for Washington?
3. How did destiny play a part in Washington's decision to join the army instead of the navy?
4. How did Washington become leader of the Continental Army and what were his immediate challenges?
5. Which two women were important in Washington's personal life as a young adult?
6. What did Washington get involved with as a member of the House of Burgesses during this period of time?
7. Which woman did Washington choose to marry?
8. Why did some people not support Washington's attempts to defend them and secure independence for them?
9. What was Washington's childhood like and why was he not able to get a formal education?
10. What was Washington's fascination with women throughout his life
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Describe the overall setting and time period for Washington's childhood What was America like during this time period? What was the American South like during this time period? How important are the time period and setting to the attitudes and issues of Washington, his family and friends?
Essay Topic 2
Explain Washington's stance on slavery and why he was so hesitant to free his own slaves.
Essay Topic 3
Explain the significance of the book's title. What does the author mean by calling it simply WASHINGTON: A LIFE? What was he trying to emphasize with this emphatic style? Suggest three alternate titles for this book with supporting rationale for each one.
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