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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13 The Perfection of Human Society (1864).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "The Battle of the Rams", how is C.F. Adams' relationship with Lord Russell described?
(a) Friendly.
(b) Indifferent.
(c) Hateful.
(d) Competitive.

2. After returning from Europe, how does Henry Adams see the people of Washington, DC?
(a) Everyone seems changed.
(b) Everyone seems ignorant.
(c) Everyone seems to be anti-slavery.
(d) Everyone seems confused.

3. What turned the Civil War in favor of the Union?
(a) Convincing the English to sell them ironclad rams.
(b) Diplomatic victories in Canada.
(c) C.F. Adams' logic.
(d) Victories at Gettysburg and Vicksburg.

4. Trying to stop the English constructed rams is called what type of battle in "The Battle of the Rams"?
(a) The only battle.
(b) A diplomatic battle.
(c) A military battle.
(d) A silent battle.

5. How does Henry Adams describe English society in "The Perfection of Human Society"?
(a) Forward thinking.
(b) Perfection.
(c) Old-fashioned.
(d) Stubborn.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Henry Adams decide to join the Army?

2. How did Henry Adams describe his response to invitations to formal dinners in "The Perfection of Human Society"?

3. What position does Henry Adams obtain at Harvard?

4. How does Henry Adams interact with the elite society in "Foes and Friends"?

5. Who is the English Foreign Secretary?

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