Mount Vernon Restoration Quiz

What was the primary goal of Ann Pamela Cunningham when she founded the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association?

• To turn Mount Vernon into a museum

• To preserve Mount Vernon as a symbol of civic virtue

• To sell Mount Vernon to the highest bidder

• To convert Mount Vernon into a public park

What significant challenge did the MVLA face during the restoration of Mount Vernon?

• Opposition from the local government

• Difficulty in finding skilled labor

• Lack of funding for the project

• Missing original furnishings of the Washingtons

Which of the following artifacts was NOT mentioned as being recovered by the MVLA?

• The harpsichord of Washington's adopted granddaughter

• George Washington's dress sword

• Martha Washington's wedding dress

• George Washington's presidential chair

What does the discovery of artifacts related to enslaved people at Mount Vernon reveal?

• The luxurious lifestyle of the Washington family

• The diverse history and stories of those who lived and worked there

• The architectural style of the 18th century

• The agricultural practices of the time

What is the significance of the ornamental stone with Washington's grandfather's initials?

• It was a gift from the British monarchy

• It was used as a cornerstone for the mansion

• It signifies the long history of the property before Washington

• It marks the location of a hidden treasure