Question

How did George Washington respond to Wheatley’s poem?

Answer 1

writing that he thought the “elegant Lines” of Wheatley's poem were “striking proof of your poetical Talents."

Washington suggested he would have published “this new instance of your genius” himself and invited Wheatley to visit his headquarters. Hope this helps.

Answer 2

Answer: he thought the “elegant Lines” of Wheatley's poem were “striking proof of your poetical Talents.

Explanation: “however undeserving I may be of such encomium[...] the style and manner exhibit a striking proof of your great poetical Talents.”