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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. What did Henry Adams' father's political party have to do to gain power?
(a) Deal making and compromises.
(b) Move into the South.
(c) Bribing people and secrets.
(d) Get enough votes in the primary.

2. How does Henry Adams feel about society in England?
(a) He says there are too many rules.
(b) He sees no point in it.
(c) He thinks it is classier than American society.
(d) He worships it.

3. How does Charles Swinbourne awe Henry Adams?
(a) With his poetry and conversation.
(b) With his newspaper articles.
(c) With his haphazard way of dressing.
(d) With his political ties.

4. In "The Perfection of Human Society", how does Henry Adams describe society that has no unity?
(a) It's like a maggot in cheese.
(b) It's like frogs that wandered into a pub.
(c) It's like loose dogs in the street.
(d) It's like children running the government.

5. Who is John Hay when Henry Adams first meets him?
(a) A new congressman.
(b) A teacher.
(c) A young, private secretary.
(d) An old newspaper reporter.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What English company builds Ironclad rams?

3. In "Washington", how does Henry Adams describe the South?

4. How did Henry Adams describe his response to invitations to formal dinners in "The Perfection of Human Society"?

5. When does Henry Adams decide to join the Army?

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