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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 21 Twenty Years After (1892).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Henry Adams feel that study of the Law is closed to him?
(a) Because of his lack of knowledge of law.
(b) Because of his time spent in diplomacy.
(c) Because he does not respect the law.
(d) Because his grandfather was a bad lawyer.

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

3. In "Free Fight", why did the Executive Branch attack the Supreme Court?
(a) Frank Waller.
(b) Gold Standard.
(c) Legal Tender.
(d) Term Limits.

4. How long did the Adams go to Italy for?
(a) One month.
(b) Six months.
(c) Six weeks.
(d) Two weeks.

5. In "Twenty Years After", who is running for presidency?
(a) Garfield.
(b) Wilson.
(c) Cleveland.
(d) Roosevelt.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to a letter Henry Adams wrote to his brother in "Diplomacy"?

2. What happens during the Adams' trip to Italy?

3. How does Henry Adams feel about his voyage on the Teutonic?

4. Where is Henry Adams celebrated in "The Battle of the Rams"?

5. In "The Battle of the Rams", why does Lord Russell often say he can not intervene?

(see the answer key)

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