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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 28 The Abyss of Ignorance (1902).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Henry Adams describe "The Woman" in America?
(a) Revered.
(b) Questioned.
(c) Supreme.
(d) Unknown.

2. What is Henry Adams' education like in Berlin?
(a) Endless lectures.
(b) There is no university in Berlin.
(c) Nothing but reading.
(d) Hands-on activities.

3. What turned the Civil War in favor of the Union?
(a) Victories at Gettysburg and Vicksburg.
(b) Convincing the English to sell them ironclad rams.
(c) C.F. Adams' logic.
(d) Diplomatic victories in Canada.

4. Why do Henry Adams and his friends attend Harvard?
(a) They have free tuition.
(b) Their fathers went there.
(c) Social connections.
(d) Good education.

5. How does Henry Adams feel about his voyage on the Teutonic?
(a) He says it was a sign of the past.
(b) He says it is a technological marvel.
(c) He says it was too long.
(d) He says he is suprised it floats.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Henry Adams meets President Grant, what does he compare the president to?

2. Who does Henry Adams re-meet in Washington in "The Press"?

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

4. In "The Battle of the Rams", why does Lord Russell often say he can not intervene?

5. How does Henry Adams describe the bankers he works with in "The Press"?

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