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Revolutionary War Spotlight: August 4

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Revolutionary War Spotlight: August 4

August 4, 1753: A Young Washington

On August 4, 1753, George Washington became a Master Mason, an advanced member of the Freemasons, a fraternal organization. He was 21 years old. This event did not take place during the Revolutionary War, which began years later. It was one part of Washington’s life before he became a military commander. During the Revolutionary War, Washington led the Continental Army in its fight for independence from Great Britain. After the war, he served the new nation in its highest elected office. His life included many different experiences before and after the war, and his responsibilities changed over time.

Check Your Understanding

Use the passage to answer each question.

1.What significant event in George Washington’s life took place on August 4, 1753?
  • He became a Master Mason.
  • He became president.
  • He began leading the Continental Army.
  • The Revolutionary War ended.
2.What was Washington’s military role during the Revolutionary War?
  • He led the Continental Army.
  • He commanded the British Navy.
  • He served as a Continental Congress delegate only.
  • He led the French army.
3.Which statement correctly describes when Washington became a Master Mason?
  • It happened before the Revolutionary War.
  • It happened after he became president.
  • It happened during the final year of the war.
  • It happened after the war ended.
4.Which national role did Washington hold after the Revolutionary War?
  • First president of the United States
  • King of Great Britain
  • Governor of every state
  • Commander of the British Army

Think and Reflect

Support your answers with details from the passage where appropriate.

5.Explain why August 4, 1753, is connected to Washington’s life even though it was not a Revolutionary War battle.
6.The passage describes several stages of Washington’s life. Explain how his role changed from before the war to after it.
7.Choose a quality you think is important for a leader. Explain how that quality could help a leader guide a group.

2 printable pages

  • A historical illustration and a short passage about George Washington becoming a Master Mason in 1753, his Revolutionary War leadership, and his presidency.

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  • Multiple-choice and written-response questions about the passage and the stages of Washington’s life.

    Page 2

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