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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 24 The Dynamo and The Virgin (1900).

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who does Henry Adams meet because of his work at the North American Review?
(a) All the senators.
(b) Frank Emmons.
(c) Frank Welch.
(d) Clarence King.

3. In "The Battle of the Rams", how is C.F. Adams' relationship with Lord Russell described?
(a) Hateful.
(b) Competitive.
(c) Friendly.
(d) Indifferent.

4. How long did the Adams go to Italy for?
(a) Two weeks.
(b) Six weeks.
(c) Six months.
(d) One month.

5. In "Twenty Years After", Henry Adams says the world is no longer what?
(a) Poetic.
(b) Simple.
(c) Fun.
(d) Explainable.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Henry Adams do to learn German in "Berlin"?

2. Where is Henry Adams celebrated in "The Battle of the Rams"?

3. Who is John Hay when Henry Adams first meets him?

4. What English company builds Ironclad rams?

5. At the end of "Chaos", what will Henry Adams position at North American Review be?

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