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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, The General: Chapters 27-37.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was the person in #105 when he/she died in 1781?
(a) 26.
(b) 22.
(c) 62.
(d) 13.

2. What was the name of the farm inherited by Washington's eldest half-brother?
(a) Mount Vernon.
(b) Twelve Oaks.
(c) Pineview.
(d) Monticello.

3. Which fort was Washington forced to watch the British decimate, forcing his troops to surrender?
(a) Fort Bennington.
(b) Fort Washington.
(c) Fort Lee.
(d) Fort Perry.

4. What did Washington do with a copy of the Declaration of Independence when it arrived when he was in New York with his troops?
(a) He burned it.
(b) He framed it and hung it in his office.
(c) He had it read to his men.
(d) He sent it back to the writers with some edits.

5. Washington found himself __________________ by the poor attitude of the very people he and his soldiers were fighting for.
(a) Disgruntled.
(b) Understanding.
(c) Confused.
(d) Amused.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did many townspeople where Washington's army camped refuse to give the soldiers food and clothing?

2. Which river did Washington and his men cross during the night for a surprise attack on a Hessian garrison in Trenton?

3. Who was George Washington's mother?

4. How many children did Washington and Martha have of their own?

5. Which battle took place the day after the Battle of Trenton?

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