Wordly Wise Book 7 Lesson 4 Review Exercise

George Washington was a multi-talented person. It was his _____________ as an army general that helped achieve victory over the British.

George Washington served his country in peace and war. His __________ war record made him the natural choice for the nation's presidency.

Following his victory, Washington became the nation's first president. At that time the country was ______________ of just thirteen states.

Mount Vernon belonged to the Washington family for almost two hundred years. The family ___________ the property in the 1660's.

George Washington was heedful of Mount Vernon during his prolonged absences. He ______________ regularly with his cousin Lund, who managed the estate.

George Washington depended on Lund to manage the affairs of Mount Vernon. He was lucky to have such a capable person as ____________ of the property.

In the 1700s, weeks could pass before a reply to a letter was received. Because of this, Washington allowed his manager much _____________ in running the estate.

From the letters, we learn of a visit by a British warship to Mount Vernon. Lund was probably surprised that the ___________ provoked Washington's wrath.

Lund Washington got along well with George Washington. However, Lund Washington ______________ his cousin when he gave the British too friendly a welcome.

Washington had bitter feelings toward the British. He ___________ that he'd see his house burned down before he helped them.