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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17 President Grant (1869).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of "Eccentricity", what does Henry Adams conclude about eccentricity?
(a) That it is a joke.
(b) That it is weakness.
(c) That it is all a lie.
(d) That it is strength.

2. Who does Henry Adams write a few articles for?
(a) North American Review.
(b) British Isles Review.
(c) Italian Monthly.
(d) Washington Post.

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

4. Where does Henry Adams go to find work in "The Press"?
(a) Chicago.
(b) New York City.
(c) Miami.
(d) Washington, D.C.

5. When Henry Adams begins his work in finance in "Darwinism", what does he suggest happen with U.S. currency?
(a) That it is left alone.
(b) That is should be restrained.
(c) That it should be green.
(d) That they should release more.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Henry Adams feel about society in England?

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

4. Near the end of Chapter 5, "Berlin", what does Henry Adams suddenly starts to understand?

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

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