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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. What is revealed after Russell passes away?
(a) His attempts to get the South back into the Union.
(b) His ferver for trying to break up the United States.
(c) How trustworthy he really was.
(d) His many mistresses.

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

3. What position does Henry Adams obtain at Harvard?
(a) Dean of Admissions.
(b) Resident Advisor.
(c) Class Orator.
(d) Class President.

4. What does Henry Adams begin to collect in "Dilettamtism"?
(a) Silk.
(b) Artwork.
(c) Ancient artifacts.
(d) Coins.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In "President Grant", what paper does Henry Adams write finance articles for in an attempt to get on staff?

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

4. Why do Henry Adams and his friends attend Harvard?

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

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