The Adams-Jefferson Letters: The Complete Correspondence Between Thomas Jefferson and Abigail and John Adams Quiz Questions | Quiz: Chapter 2

Quiz: Chapter 2

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

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. In order to design a trade treatise, what position was Jefferson given by Congress in 1784?
a) Minister resident.
b) First Secretary.
c) Second Secretary.
d) Minister plenipotentiary.

2. How long were Adams and Jefferson apart before they met on August 7th of 1784?
a) Five and a half years.
b) Four years.
c) Five years.
d) Four and a half years.

3. When did Jefferson's wife pass away?
a) 1782.
b) 1781.
c) 1780.
d) 1779.

4. How long after Adams established a friendly relationship with the Dutch would it help the U.S. alleviate debt?
a) Six years.
b) Four years.
c) Eight years.
d) Two years.

5. How long was Adams the Commissioner to France? (read more)