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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Henry Adams' dynamic theory of history, what is accomplished?
(a) New forces and innovations.
(b) Inertia and movement.
(c) Work and progress.
(d) Revolutions and progress.

2. In "The Height of Knowledge", what happens to President McKinley?
(a) He is assassinated.
(b) He is re-elected.
(c) He resigns.
(d) He loses the election.

3. What is Henry Adams trying to discover in "The Grammar of Science"?
(a) Something revolutionary.
(b) Something to further the complexities.
(c) Something to end war.
(d) Something unifying.

4. What was Roosevelt's main job in "Nunc Age"?
(a) Making speeches.
(b) Signing immigration laws.
(c) Battling trusts.
(d) Going hunting.

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. In "The Grammar of Science", how does Henry Adams focus his exploration into how to look at the world?

2. What does Hay's work as Secretary of State remind Henry Adams?

3. In 1900, what was the chief interest of Washington, DC?

4. What is the principle element Henry Adams is trying to understand in "The Grammar of Science"?

5. What does Henry Adams compare the passing of centuries to in "Vis Nova"?

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