George Washington, the first President of the United States, is a key figure in American history. Known for his leadership during the American Revolutionary War and as a Founding Father, Washington's legacy endures in various aspects of American culture and government. Test your knowledge of his life and achievements with these questions.
1. What year was George Washington born?
A) 1722
B) 1732
C) 1742
D) 1752
Answer: B) 1732
2. What role did Washington play in the American Revolutionary War?
A) Governor of Virginia
B) Diplomat to France
C) Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army
D) Speaker of the House
Answer: C) Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army
3. In which year was George Washington elected as the first President of the United States?
A) 1776
B) 1783
C) 1789
D) 1796
Answer: C) 1789
4. Who was George Washington’s Vice President?
A) Thomas Jefferson
B) John Adams
C) Alexander Hamilton
D) James Madison
Answer: B) John Adams
John Adams served as Vice President for both of Washington’s terms.
5. What is George Washington’s estate called?
A) Monticello
B) Mount Vernon
C) Ash Lawn
D) Montpelier
Answer: B) Mount Vernon
6. Which act established Washington as the Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army?
A) The Declaration of Independence
B) The Continental Army Act
C) The Second Continental Congress Decision
D) The Articles of Confederation
Answer: C) The Second Continental Congress Decision
7. Washington is famously known for crossing which river during the Revolutionary War?
A) Mississippi River
B) Hudson River
C) Delaware River
D) Potomac River
Answer: C) Delaware River
8. George Washington led troops to suppress which domestic uprising during his presidency?
A) Shays' Rebellion
B) Whiskey Rebellion
C) The Boston Tea Party
D) Pontiac's Rebellion
Answer: B) Whiskey Rebellion
9. How many terms did George Washington serve as President?
A) One
B) Two
C) Three
D) Four
Answer: B) Two
10. What year did George Washington pass away?
A) 1797
B) 1799
C) 1801
D) 1803
Answer: B) 1799
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