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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was Benjamin Franklin at the time of the Second Continental Congress?
(a) 70
(b) 50
(c) 75
(d) 65

2. "Glorious news" of what event arrives while Adams is in Holland?
(a) The British surrender at Yorktown
(b) Congress has released funds for the army
(c) The French Revolution is over
(d) Abigail has given birth to another son

3. When was the Boston Tea Party?
(a) December 1774
(b) December 1773
(c) October 1774
(d) January 1774

4. What was an important topic of debate related to the Articles of Confederation?
(a) Taxation
(b) Agriculture
(c) Voting
(d) Military

5. How does Thomas Jefferson now view Adams?
(a) As his best friend
(b) As an embarrassment
(c) As presidential material
(d) As the smartest man in the government

Short Answer Questions

1. What U.S. institution is established in 1800?

2. Who is Sally Hemings?

3. Why does Adams say that Vice President is the only position he will accept?

4. With whom do Adams and George Washington meet in January of 1776?

5. Who becomes a threat to U.S. shipping and trade?

(see the answer key)

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