George Washington and His Dogs

George Washington and His Dogs

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Fun

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

FREE Resource

The video explores George Washington's life, focusing on his love for dogs and his role in creating the American Foxhound. Washington, a revolutionary general and the 'father of America,' kept various dog breeds on his estate. His passion for fox hunting led him to breed a new type of foxhound, resulting in the American Foxhound, known for its speed and intelligence. Today, visitors to Washington's Mount Vernon estate often bring their dogs, including American Foxhounds, celebrating his legacy.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What types of dogs did George Washington keep on his estate?

Only foxhounds

Only greyhounds

Only terriers

A variety of breeds

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What notable action did Washington take during the Revolution involving a dog?

He adopted a stray dog

He returned a stray dog to its British owner

He gifted a dog to his mentor

He trained a dog for battle

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who introduced Washington to fox hunting?

His father

His brother

His mentor

His friend

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Washington's goal in breeding a new type of foxhound?

To create a smaller dog

To create a dog with a unique color

To create a dog with better scent and speed

To create a more aggressive dog

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the dog breed Washington developed?

English Foxhound

Virginia Foxhound

American Foxhound

Revolutionary Foxhound