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Questions
- When and where was George Washington born?
- What job did George Washington have as a young man?
- Why did the American colonies want George Washington to lead the Continental Army?
- Did George Washington want to be king?
- What did Washington do after he finished being president?
- Why do you think people trusted George Washington?
- Is George Washington’s face on the one-dollar bill? (Yes/No)
True or False
- George Washington was the second President of the United States.
- Washington served as president for eight years.
- He spent all his life in the city.
- The nation’s capital is named after George Washington.
- George Washington died at the age of 67\.
Discussion Questions
- What qualities do you think make a good leader? Do you know anyone with these qualities?
- If you could meet George Washington, what would you ask him?
- Have you ever visited a place named after a famous person? Where was it?
- Do you think it would be difficult to be the first president of a country? Why or why not?
- Who is a famous leader in your country, and what do you know about them?
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Answer Key
Questions
- He was born on February 22, 1732, in Virginia.
- He was a surveyor.
- Because of his leadership skills and bravery.
- No, he believed in democracy and did not want to be king.
- He returned to his home at Mount Vernon and managed his farm.
- Because he was fair, honest, and always tried to do what was right.
- Yes.
- False
- True
- False
- True
- True