USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Perhaps one of Washington’s officers expressed America’s feelings about Washington best: “He was first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen.” Page 3 Questions: U.S. Presidents – George Washington © 2014 ReadWorks®, Inc. All rights reserved. Name: Date: 1.

Detailed explanation-2: -George Washington is often called the “Father of His Country.” He not only served as the first president of the United States, but he also commanded the Continental Army during the American Revolution (1775–83) and presided over the convention that drafted the U.S. Constitution.

Detailed explanation-3: -Washington had several characteristics, long before he was a leader, that led naturally to his leadership style. He was known for his patience, drive, attention to detail, strong sense of responsibility, and firm moral conscience. All of these characteristics drew people to him and contributed to their trust in him.

Detailed explanation-4: -Washington did not really want to be president Yet, his dreams of a tranquil retirement were at odds with his peers and the American people at large.

Detailed explanation-5: -During the American Revolution, he led the colonial forces to victory over the British and became a national hero. In 1787, he was elected president of the convention that wrote the U.S. Constitution. Two years later, Washington became America’s first president.