The Legacy of Washington: Power and Resignation

What did the preliminary peace treaty signify for America?

• The continuation of British rule

• The beginning of peace negotiations

• The start of another war

• The end of the American Revolution

What did the peace treaty with Great Britain achieve?

• It created a new monarchy in America

• It established New York City as British territory

• It granted independence to the United States

• It divided the United States into two

Why were the soldiers upset with Congress?

• Because they were not paid and promised pensions were not given

• Because they were promised high-ranking positions

• Because they were given too much land

• Because they wanted to continue fighting

Why did Congress struggle to pay the soldiers?

• Because they were saving money for a new war

• Because they forgot about the soldiers

• Because the national treasury was empty

• Because they invested the money elsewhere

What was George Washington's stance on becoming a king?

• He refused because it went against American values

• He had no opinion on the matter

• He was eager to become king

• He accepted under certain conditions

How did Washington address the potential mutiny among his officers?

• By appealing to their sense of honor and sacrifice

• By threatening them with dismissal

• By promising them more land

• By offering them positions in government

What did the soldiers decide after Washington's speech?

• To leave the army and return home

• To reject acts of violence and let Washington negotiate

• To demand immediate payment in gold

• To start a rebellion against Congress

What was the significance of Washington's refusal to become king?

• It made him unpopular with the soldiers

• It showed his lack of ambition

• It led to his immediate resignation

• It prevented the establishment of a monarchy in America

What did Washington do after resigning as commander-in-chief?

• He wrote a book about his experiences

• He returned to his farm

• He moved to France

• He ran for president

What was the reaction of King George upon hearing Washington resigned?

• He offered Washington a title of nobility

• He considered Washington the greatest man alive

• He was angry and declared war again

• He was indifferent