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Washington's Farewell Address Test

Authored by CAITLYN CARTER

English

10th Grade

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Washington's Farewell Address Test
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 mins • 5 pts

What is the central idea of Washington’s Farewell Address?

Foreign alliances should be permanent

The nation’s success depends on unity and avoidance of internal conflict

Political parties strengthen national government

Americans should expand westward immediately

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 mins • 5 pts

Washington warns against regionalism because:

Each state had equal power

It could divide the country and weaken national unity

Only foreign threats mattered

Regions were already too similar

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 mins • 5 pts

According to Washington, political parties are dangerous because:

They reduce voter turnout

They can create factionalism and conflict

They encourage debate

They strengthen government

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 mins • 5 pts

What does Washington say about the nation’s defense?

Alliances with Europe provide all necessary protection

A strong national defense is essential for peace and independence

The U.S. should avoid military preparedness

Citizens should form personal militias

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 mins • 5 pts

Which of the following BEST describes Washington’s author’s purpose?

To provide detailed laws for the new government

To persuade Americans to maintain unity, avoid political factions, and protect the country

To explain his personal finances

To entertain the reader with historical anecdotes

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 mins • 5 pts

Which statement reflects a primary purpose of the address?

To provide commentary on European monarchies

To list the members of his cabinet

To describe the history of the Revolutionary War

To give advice about political unity and national conduct

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 mins • 5 pts

Which statement is an example of a secondary purpose?

Urging Americans to avoid factions

Warning against foreign entanglements

Advocating for national defense

Discussing his personal life and retirement plans

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

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