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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 33 A Law of Acceleration (1904).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Henry Adams feel about his voyage on the Teutonic?
(a) He says it is a technological marvel.
(b) He says it was a sign of the past.
(c) He says he is suprised it floats.
(d) He says it was too long.

2. How does Hay primarily use his power as Secretary of State?
(a) Creating treaties and alliances.
(b) Taking vacations overseas.
(c) Pushing for war.
(d) Petitioning for new laws and regulations.

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

4. What did Henry Adams' father's political party have to do to gain power?
(a) Bribing people and secrets.
(b) Move into the South.
(c) Deal making and compromises.
(d) Get enough votes in the primary.

5. Who did the Lairds choose to represent them?
(a) C.F. Adams.
(b) Lamar.
(c) Mason.
(d) Roebuck.

Short Answer Questions

1. What war breaks out in "Indian Summer"?

2. After Henry Adams moves to Dresden, which two countries start a war?

3. Henry Adams says that unity is is a scientific analysis commonly called what?

4. How is "The Grammar of Science" described to Henry Adams?

5. According to Henry Adams, how should a man's force be measured?

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