2008 civics test · Question 69 of 100 · Colonial Period and Independence
Who is the “Father of Our Country”?
In Chinese 谁是“国父”（Father of Our Country）？
Official answer
- (George) Washington（乔治·）华盛顿（Washington）
Why this is the answer
George Washington is called the 'Father of Our Country' because he played the central role in creating the nation. He led the Continental Army to victory in the Revolutionary War, presided over the Constitutional Convention, and became the first President. His leadership set many examples that later Presidents followed.
Source: USCIS 100 Civics Questions (PDF)