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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17 President Grant (1869).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Henry Adams begin to collect in "Dilettamtism"?
(a) Silk.
(b) Artwork.
(c) Ancient artifacts.
(d) Coins.

2. What is Henry Adams plan called "Sessions"?
(a) A series of articles about politics.
(b) A series of how-to articles.
(c) A series of short stories based on English society.
(d) A series of interviews with politicians.

3. How did Henry Adams describe his response to invitations to formal dinners in "The Perfection of Human Society"?
(a) He dreaded them.
(b) He looked forward to them.
(c) He saved them.
(d) He returned them.

4. In "Washington", how does Henry Adams describe the South?
(a) Rich and glitzy.
(b) Ragged and poor.
(c) Dusty and slow.
(d) Sunny and calm.

5. What problem does Henry Adams try to solve with Everts?
(a) The problem of Investor Relations.
(b) The problem of Foreign Press.
(c) The problem of Legal Tender.
(d) The problem of the Stock Market.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is revealed after Russell passes away?

2. What does Henry Adams say every American woman did when presented with English manners?

3. Where does Henry Adams go to find work in "The Press"?

4. How long did the Adams go to Italy for?

5. What happens during the Adams' trip to Italy?

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