George Washington

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What does "foremost" mean in the context of George Washington being considered the "foremost" of America's founding fathers?

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Most important

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George Washington's actions during the French and Indian War established his reputation as a(n):

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Skilled military leader

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What caused Washington to begin to support the cause of American Independence? Options: Raids by British troops on American farms, The unfair tax policies of British government, the military draft established by the British king, The British government's support for hostile Indian tribes

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The unfair tax policies of British government

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What was the significance of Washington's crossing of the Delaware River?

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It was one of the first victories the colonists scored against the British Army.

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Which word best describes the time Washington's troops spent at Valley Forge, PA?
Options: Forgettable, Quick, Endless, Harsh

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Harsh

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What role did Washington play in the drafting of the U.S. Constitution?

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He served as President of the Constitutional Convention

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What can you conclude about Washington from the information presented in the BrainPop movie?

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He was extremely popular among early American

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Some people wanted Washington to become king. Why did he say no?

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He respected the principles of democracy

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Which of the following is an opinion of George Washington? He set a precedent by serving only two presidential terms, As President, he was very modest and humble , He appointed the first six justices to the Supreme Court, He has been nickname, "The Father of His Country"

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As President, he was very modest and humble

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In what way did George Washington fail to live up to the ideal that "all men are created equal" as stated in the Declaration of Independence?

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He owned slaves.