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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. In 1765, to defray war costs, Parliament enacted the _____________________.

2. Who was the artist who painted Washington's portrait that appears on American currency?

3. Whom did Washington marry?

4. What did Washington do with a copy of the Declaration of Independence when it arrived when he was in New York with his troops?

5. George Washington grew up in which state?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why was Jacky Custis not motivated to get a formal education?

2. What was the mixed blessing of Washington's marriage to Martha regarding finances?

3. Why did some people not support Washington's attempts to defend them and secure independence for them?

4. What caused Washington to ultimately support a boycott of British goods?

5. Why was the Revolutionary War important for Washington?

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. How did Washington's difficult life with his mother impact his early life?

9. What challenges did Washington face with Congress and even some of his own generals?

10. How did Washington become leader of the Continental Army and what were his immediate challenges?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of struggle. Identify at least two instances about struggle in the book and then cite examples to support your answers.

Essay Topic 2

Which role did Washington feel was his most important during his life? Which role was most gratifying to Washington in his life? Is there something Washington would have liked to do but never had the chance?

Essay Topic 3

Explain the impact that Washington's childhood had on him as an adult. What did it mean to be the son of a prominent man in 18th century Virginia? What impact did his father's death have on Washington? What stigmas did Washington live with for his entire life?

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