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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 he had to do partner work.
(b) Because they were lying to him.
(c) Because he had to learn by rote.
(d) Because he had to read alone.

2. What do people hope Grant will do as president of the United States?
(a) Improve the infrastructure.
(b) Lower taxes.
(c) Reform the government.
(d) Give money to the poor.

3. What political party does Henry Adams' father found?
(a) Bostonian Party.
(b) Republican Party.
(c) Free Soil Party.
(d) Abolitionist Party.

4. 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 how to balance a budget.
(c) He learned the importance of science.
(d) He learned how to move in society.

5. How does Henry Adams describe English society in "The Perfection of Human Society"?
(a) Stubborn.
(b) Perfection.
(c) Old-fashioned.
(d) Forward thinking.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Treason", who does Henry Adams say needs an education?

2. In Chapter 10, who said: "The world can absorb only doses of truth. Too much would kill it"?

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

4. Who did the Lairds choose to represent them?

5. What is Henry Adams plan called "Sessions"?

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