Washington Quiz 4: Chapters 12-End

Question 1

the attitudes or moods or a person

Answer 1

dispositions

Question 2

of little importance; trivial

Answer 2

trifling

Question 3

one that confers a benefit; especially one that makes a gift

Answer 3

benefactor

Question 4

implanted by repeated statement or admonition

Answer 4

inculcated

Question 5

suffering from extreme poverty

Answer 5

indigent

Question 6

concern that someone feels about someone’s health or happiness

Answer 6

solicitude

Question 7

put before a person for acceptance; offered

Answer 7

proffered

Question 8

a feeling of disgust

Answer 8

abhorrence

Question 9

an inclination not to do work or engage in activitities

Answer 9

idleness

Question 10

a signature or mark affixed by special privilege to a letter, package, or the like to ensure its transmission free of charge, as by mail.

Answer 10

frank

Question 11

According to pages 246-247, what role did Washington think religion should play in politics?

Answer 11

Religion and morality are “indispensable supporters” for political prosperity

Question 12

Give some examples of how Washington cared for the poor.

Answer 12

He paid for education for the poor, he kept a portion of his wheat to give to the needy, and he even let an old attendant of General Braddock live on his farm for the rest of his life.

Question 13

Washington was called on once again to lead the American military in 1798. What led to this?

Answer 13

The French had failed to negotiate in good faith with American envoys sent there to preserve peace. Our nation neared war with the French.

Question 14

Briefly recount the events culminating in Washington’s death

Answer 14

Washington went out into the cold to review his farm. He developed a severe cold. The doctors tried various primitive treatments including bleeding at least three times. He finally succumbed on December 14, 1799.

Question 15

Many contemporary scholars suggest that Washington was not a Christian, or at best was only a deist. Based on the evidence given in this book (particularly in the conclusion), refute that conclusion.

Answer 15

There is much evidence to the contrary. A great deal of Washington’s public statements show a clear respect for God and view Him as an active force in the world. The conclusion includes the testimony of household servants and relatives who observed Washington’s private prayer and devotional life.