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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15 Darwinism (1867-1868).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After volunteering to present Lyell's principles to people in the United States, how does Henry Adams come to feel about Darwinsim?
(a) Confused.
(b) Hopeful.
(c) Angry.
(d) Indifferent.

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

3. After returning from Europe, how does Henry Adams see the people of Washington, DC?
(a) Everyone seems confused.
(b) Everyone seems changed.
(c) Everyone seems ignorant.
(d) Everyone seems to be anti-slavery.

4. 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 military battle.
(c) A silent battle.
(d) A diplomatic battle.

5. In "Darwinism", how does Henry Adams describe the impact of seven years in England on his education?
(a) He learned to not care about England.
(b) He learned the importance of science.
(c) He learned how to move in society.
(d) He learned how to balance a budget.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. When Henry Adams begins his work in finance in "Darwinism", what does he suggest happen with U.S. currency?

3. What is revealed after Russell passes away?

4. What does Henry Adams do to learn German in "Berlin"?

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

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