George Washington

What were some of George Washington's significant roles?

• A farmer, a teacher, and a governor

• A military general, a founding father, and the first president

• A doctor, a lawyer, and a senator

• A writer, an artist, and a diplomat

Where was George Washington born and what country was it part of at the time?

• New York, part of France

• Pennsylvania, part of Spain

• Colony of Virginia, part of Great Britain

• Massachusetts, part of the Netherlands

What is known about the popular legend of George Washington and the cherry tree?

• It is a true story that highlights his honesty.

• It was a story made up by Parson Weems after Washington died.

• It describes his first act of rebellion against British rule.

• It was a childhood prank that led to a major family dispute.

What skill did George Washington learn from his half-brother Lawrence?

• How to build ships.

• How to survey land.

• How to lead a military regiment.

• How to manage a large plantation.

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What was the name of the laws that took away many rights from the colonists?

• The Stamp Act

• The Sugar Act

• The Intolerable Acts

• The Townshend Acts

What was George Washington's stance on being paid for leading the Continental Army?

• He demanded a high salary for his service.

• He accepted a modest salary to show humility.

• He refused to be paid and volunteered his service.

• He requested payment only after the war was won.

Which significant military action did George Washington lead on Christmas Day in 1776?

• The Battle of Bunker Hill

• The crossing of the Delaware River

• The Siege of Yorktown

• The Battle of Saratoga

What important role did George Washington play after the Revolutionary War, before becoming president?

• He served as a diplomat to France.

• He led the Constitutional Convention.

• He established the first national bank.

• He wrote the Declaration of Independence.