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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. In "Boston", why did Henry Adams say he hates school?
(a) Because they were lying to him.
(b) Because he had to learn by rote.
(c) Because he had to read alone.
(d) Because he had to do partner work.

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

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

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

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Henry Adams say every American woman did when presented with English manners?

2. In "President Grant", what former president do people compare Grant to?

3. How did C.F. Adams' success in the Battle of the Rams impact his and Henry Adams' lives?

4. According to Henry Adams in Chapter 12, who seems to be eccentric?

5. What happens during the Adams' trip to Italy?

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