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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 English company builds Ironclad rams?
(a) Vick.
(b) Laird.
(c) Fences.
(d) Russell, Inc.

2. How did Henry Adams describe his response to invitations to formal dinners in "The Perfection of Human Society"?
(a) He returned them.
(b) He saved them.
(c) He looked forward to them.
(d) He dreaded them.

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

4. 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 his grandfather was a bad lawyer.
(d) Because he does not respect the law.

5. How did C.F. Adams' success in the Battle of the Rams impact his and Henry Adams' lives?
(a) They were granted a higher social position.
(b) They were given money as a reward.
(c) They were kicked out of social clubs.
(d) They earned titles in England.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of "Eccentricity", what does Henry Adams conclude about eccentricity?

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

3. What almost killed Henry Adams when he was eight?

4. In "Boston", why did Henry Adams say he hates school?

5. What is revealed after Russell passes away?

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