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

2. What does Henry Adams begin to think about all politicians in "Political Morality"?
(a) That they are elite.
(b) That they are too educated.
(c) That they are uneducated.
(d) That they are dishonest.

3. What turned the Civil War in favor of the Union?
(a) C.F. Adams' logic.
(b) Convincing the English to sell them ironclad rams.
(c) Victories at Gettysburg and Vicksburg.
(d) Diplomatic victories in Canada.

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

5. How does Henry Adams interact with the elite society in "Foes and Friends"?
(a) He is too afraid to interact with them.
(b) His interactions are unsuccessful.
(c) His interactions convince them to side with him.
(d) He focuses too much on society and forgets about his education.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who does Henry Adams say the social eccentrics sympathize with?

3. Who was NOT related to Henry Adams?

4. What political party does Henry Adams' father found?

5. After Henry Adams moves to Dresden, which two countries start a war?

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