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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13 The Perfection of Human Society (1864).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "The Battle of the Rams", how is C.F. Adams' relationship with Lord Russell described?
(a) Friendly.
(b) Competitive.
(c) Indifferent.
(d) Hateful.

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

3. In "The Battle of the Rams", why does Lord Russell often say he can not intervene?
(a) To get C.F. Adams on his side.
(b) To prove that he is neutral.
(c) To down play his power in the war.
(d) To stall until the rams can be completed.

4. How did Henry Adams describe his response to invitations to formal dinners in "The Perfection of Human Society"?
(a) He looked forward to them.
(b) He saved them.
(c) He dreaded them.
(d) He returned them.

5. How does the English Prime Minister try to turn Parliament against the United States in "Foes and Friends"?
(a) With blackmail.
(b) With a note.
(c) With a long speech.
(d) With money.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Henry Adams describe English society in "The Perfection of Human Society"?

2. Why do Henry Adams and his friends attend Harvard?

3. After returning from Europe, how does Henry Adams see the people of Washington, DC?

4. How do the English feel about the Civil War?

5. In "The Perfection of Human Society", how does Henry Adams describe society that has no unity?

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