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                                          George Washington Carver
                                            Born 1860 - Died 1943

1.  Where was George Washington Carver born?

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2.  What were his chores on the plantation, and why were his chores lighter than some of
      other slaves?

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3.  How did he become such a good student at the black school he attended?

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4.  He enrolled in college at age 30.  Why did it take him so long to become a college
     student?

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5.  Name three things Carver did to earn money for college.

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6.  He experimented with many plants.  Name some things he made with peanuts.

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7.  What did he make from sweet potatoes?

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8.  Name a new use he found for cotton stalks.

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9.  What was George Washington Carver's idea of success?

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10.  What is your definition of a successful person?

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