George Washington: A Founding Leader

The video covers George Washington's life, from his birth in Virginia to his role as the first U.S. President. It highlights his early education, military career, and leadership during the Revolutionary War. Washington's presidency and his efforts to unify the nation are discussed, along with his legacy, including the emancipation of his slaves upon his death.

Where was George Washington born?

• Mount Vernon, Virginia

• Williamsburg, Virginia

• Westmoreland County, Virginia

• Richmond, Virginia

What significant event occurred in Washington's life in 1758?

• He became a British officer

• He led the Continental Army

• He married Martha Custis

• He was elected to the Continental Congress

Which legislative body did Washington join in 1775?

• The Second Continental Congress

• The Virginia House of Burgesses

• The British Parliament

• The First Continental Congress

What was a key tactic used by Washington during the Revolutionary War?

• Guerrilla warfare

• Naval blockades

• Diplomatic negotiations

• Trench warfare

What was the outcome of the Battle of Yorktown?

• A stalemate

• A French victory

• A British victory

• An American victory

In what year did George Washington become the first President of the United States?

• 1783

• 1791

• 1787

• 1789

What precedent did Washington set by stepping down after two terms?

• Promoting lifelong presidency

• Supporting military rule

• Establishing a monarchy

• Encouraging democratic transitions

What action did Washington take regarding his slaves upon his death?

• He transferred them to his heirs

• He sold them

• He freed them

• He left them to the state

What was Washington's role in the creation of the U.S. Constitution?

• He wrote the Bill of Rights

• He was a delegate at the Constitutional Convention

• He opposed it

• He was not involved

What was one of Washington's key contributions to the new nation as its first president?

• Creating a monarchy

• Setting an example of peaceful transfer of power

• Expanding the nation's borders

• Establishing a national religion