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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who defended the British soldiers accused of killing the British citizens?

2. Who is succeeding Benjamin Franklin as minister to France?

3. What did Adams say happened to some of his letters sent to Abigail during this time?

4. To what city does Adams move his family in 1768?

5. What was the name of the ship that took Abigail and Nabby to England?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was Adams' relationship with John Quincy during this time?

2. Describe John Adams.

3. How did Adams spend his time while in Paris in the spring and summer?

4. What was Adams' experience at the Second Continental Congress which began in February of 1776?

5. Why was Abigail so apprehensive about going to John in Europe?

6. What was the nature of the meeting requested by British General Howe with Adams, Franklin and Rutledge?

7. Who did Adams marry?

8. What were Adams' three main objectives for the Second Continental Congress?

9. What were Adams' initial observations about Paris?

10. Explain Adams' education and entry into the profession of law.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Myths and legends have always surrounded the stories of the Founding Fathers of the United States. How does McCullough's book dispel or validate any such predisposed thoughts. Cite examples of which men are viewed a little differently after reading this book.

Essay Topic 2

Explain John Adams' life from birth through his marriage and his legal career. What were his parents like? What was his personality? What behaviors were instilled in him that would make him a success in his later life?

Essay Topic 3

Abigail Adams was a strong woman and well-positioned for John and the new United States. What was her influence on her husband? What was her position on slavery? What was her position on women's rights? How was she ahead of her time? Explain.

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