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At what age did George Washington become a major in the Virginia militia?
At what age did George Washington become a major in the Virginia militia?
George Washington was born in the colony of Maryland.
George Washington was born in the colony of Maryland.
False (B)
Who did George Washington marry after the French and Indian War?
Who did George Washington marry after the French and Indian War?
Martha
George Washington is often referred to as 'The Father of His _____'.
George Washington is often referred to as 'The Father of His _____'.
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Match the following events with their corresponding details:
Match the following events with their corresponding details:
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Which monument is specifically named after George Washington?
Which monument is specifically named after George Washington?
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George Washington served three terms as president.
George Washington served three terms as president.
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What role did George Washington play in the Second Continental Congress?
What role did George Washington play in the Second Continental Congress?
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The capital of the United States, Washington, _____, is named after George Washington.
The capital of the United States, Washington, _____, is named after George Washington.
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What was one consequence of George Washington's involvement in the French and Indian War?
What was one consequence of George Washington's involvement in the French and Indian War?
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What prompted the French and Indian War?
What prompted the French and Indian War?
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Washington inherited Mount Vernon after the death of his father.
Washington inherited Mount Vernon after the death of his father.
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Who did George Washington marry after returning from the war?
Who did George Washington marry after returning from the war?
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George Washington was appointed as the commander of the _____ Army.
George Washington was appointed as the commander of the _____ Army.
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What is one of Washington’s significant contributions during the American Revolutionary War?
What is one of Washington’s significant contributions during the American Revolutionary War?
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Washington served three terms as President of the United States.
Washington served three terms as President of the United States.
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What role did Washington play in the Constitutional Convention?
What role did Washington play in the Constitutional Convention?
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Washington led the Continental Army to victory with the help of the _____.
Washington led the Continental Army to victory with the help of the _____.
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Study Notes
George Washington's Early Life
- George Washington was born in 1732 in the colony of Virginia, which was part of Great Britain.
- George Washington's father died when he was 11 years old.
- George Washington learned how to survey land after living with his half-brother, Lawrence, at Mount Vernon.
- George Washington became a major in the Virginia militia at 22 years old.
The French and Indian War
- The Governor of Virginia sent George Washington on a mission to tell the French to leave the Ohio Valley.
- The French refused to leave, and George Washington led hundreds of soldiers in an event that started the French and Indian War.
- The French and Indian War made George Washington famous.
- After the French and Indian War, George Washington returned to Mount Vernon, married Martha, and started a family.
The American Revolution
- In 1774, George Washington was chosen to represent Virginia in the First Continental Congress.
- The American Revolutionary War began in 1775.
- The Second Continental Congress formed the Continental Army, and George Washington was chosen as its commander.
- George Washington led the Continental Army to victory in the American Revolutionary War.
Presidency of the United States
- George Washington was chosen to lead the Constitutional Convention to set up the new government after the American colonies gained their independence.
- George Washington was elected president of the United States in 1789.
- George Washington served two terms as president.
- He was the first president of the United States.
Legacy
- George Washington is honored in many ways throughout the United States:
- The U.S. capital, Washington, D.C., is named after him.
- The Washington Monument is a large obelisk in Washington D.C. honoring him.
- His portrait is on the U.S. dollar bill and all U.S. quarters.
- He is featured on Mount Rushmore.
- George Washington is often referred to as "The Father of His Country."
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Explore the formative years and significant events in George Washington's life. From his childhood in Virginia to his pivotal role in the French and Indian War and the American Revolution, this quiz highlights key milestones. Test your knowledge on how these experiences shaped the first President of the United States.
