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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What event occurred in May of 1765 that enraged the colonists?
(a) The Stamp Act
(b) The Olive Branch Document
(c) The French and Indian War
(d) The Boston Tea Party

2. What does Congress appoint Franklin in September of 1778?
(a) Minister Plenipotentiary to France
(b) Prime Minister
(c) Secretary of State
(d) Secretary of the Treasury

3. According to congress, how long should judges serve?
(a) 4 years
(b) 10 years
(c) 15 years
(d) For life

4. What was the assumed British knowledge about Adams?
(a) He would be president
(b) He would be District Attorney
(c) He would be hanged
(d) He was powerless

5. References to what subject were removed from the declaration?
(a) Slavery
(b) War
(c) Greed
(d) Taxes

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Adams believe of the men gathered with him in Philadelphia?

2. Why did Abigail think the Southern delegates were hypocritical?

3. The congress voted that there should be how many legislative bodies in the new government?

4. Why is Abigail especially melancholy by another one of John's absences?

5. Who accompanied Adams to France?

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