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WorksheetsWashington's First War
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which of these words best describes George Washington in 1754?
Angry
inexperienced
nervous
prepared
What important thing happened to Washington on July 4th, 1754?
He decided to turn against the British
He was forced to surrender at Fort Necessity
He gained support from Native allies
He proved his worth as a soldier
What is the main purpose of the article?
To explain causes and effects of the French and Indian War
To discuss how the British tried to take Fort Duquesne
To highlight Native perspectives on the war
To compare and contrast Washington's experience during times of war and peace
Which event happened first?
Ensign Coulon de Jumonville called for a cease-fire
Tanmaghrisson led Virginian soldier to a rock wall overlooking the French camp.
Washington set out to tell the French to abandon For Duquesne
Tanaghrisson killed Jumonville with a hatchet.
According to the map "North America, 1754," Where was Fort Duquesne located?
in British colonial territory
in French colonial territory
in indigenous and disputed area
in an area of influence
What detail best supports the idea that Major General Edward Braddock's mission was a bust?
"In May 1775, Braddock's troops along with colonial fighters set out to take Fort Duquesne."
"Washington signed on as the general's aide"
"More than two-thirds of the British and colonial troops were wounded or killed including General Braddock."
"Even as two horses were shot from under him, Washington stayed coolheaded."
In the section "Heavy Losses," what does the phrase "sitting ducks" mean?
brave defenders
cowards
easy targets
highly prepared soldiers
Which was an effect of the Treaty of Paris?
The French were left without Native allies
Colonists were paid back for their war expenses
Native land in Ohio Country was protected from colonial settlement
More of France's North American land was given to Britain.
What does resentment mean in this sentences? "Resentment among the colonists grew."
appreciation
dissatisfaction
division
support
Which section best explains what each group involved in the war wanted?
"Complicated Rivalries"
"Heavy Losses"
"Ending the War"
"Road to Revolution"
