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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was James Madison at the time of this dinner meeting?
(a) 82.
(b) 58.
(c) 23.
(d) 39.

2. How many hours apart did the two men die?
(a) One.
(b) Four.
(c) Five.
(d) Twelve.

3. How many colonies were present at the birth of the new nation of the United States?
(a) Forty-eight.
(b) Fifty.
(c) Thirteen.
(d) Seven.

4. Based upon his farewell address and most recent letters to the states, where did Washington believe America's destiny lay?
(a) In spreading revolutions in the rest of the world.
(b) In securing the North American continent.
(c) In an alliance with the French.
(d) With increased involvement in the wars of Europe.

5. What office did John Adams have in George Washington's Presidency?
(a) Ambassador to Germany.
(b) Secretary of State.
(c) Vice President.
(d) Secretary of Agriculture.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one significance of the debate in 1790 over the Quaker petitions?

2. In what political party was Hamilton considered a leader?

3. When did Adams tell Jefferson he would speak to Benjamin Franklin in heaven?

4. According to the author, what action would have ended the move for American Independence?

5. What was the federal budget of 1790?

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