George Washington BrainPopJr. Easy Flashcard

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What was George Washington's job when he was a young man?

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He surveyed land and made maps.

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How many years did George Washington serve as president?

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8 years

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Why did the colonists fight against the British?

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The colonists wanted to separate from Great Britain.

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Which coin has George Washington on it?

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Quarter.

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What do people call George Washington?

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the father of our country.

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What is a surveyor?

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A person who measures land and makes maps.

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What is a term in the context of presidency?

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A period of time a president serves, usually 4 years.

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What does it mean to separate?

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To become independent or to break away.

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What is a colony?

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A territory controlled by another country.

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Who were the colonists?

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People who lived in the American colonies.