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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the Olive Branch Petition?
(a) A document aimed at reconciliation with Britain
(b) A document sent to France to avoid war
(c) A document petitioning the delegates to behave civilly
(d) A new ruling by the Supreme Court

2. Who was reputed to be the wisest and most influential member of the Continental Congress?
(a) Thomas Jefferson
(b) Benjamin Franklin
(c) John Adams
(d) Samuel Adams

3. What was Adams' role during the debate for independence on July 1, 1776?
(a) Sergeant at arms
(b) Notekeeper
(c) Legal counsel
(d) Principal orator

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

5. Who does Washington name as Secretary of State?
(a) John Jay
(b) Henry Knox
(c) Thomas Jefferson
(d) Alexander Hamilton

Short Answer Questions

1. What event causes Congress to flee from Philadelphia?

2. ____________________ is eulogized as "first in war, first in peace, first in the hearts of his countrymen."

3. Who wrote A Defence of the Constitutions of Government of the United States of America?

4. What does Adams do when the ship is beached for repairs in Spain?

5. Who is elected Vice President when Adams is elected President?

(see the answer key)

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