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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who defended the British soldiers accused of killing the British citizens?

2. To what country does Adams move to seek financial aid?

3. What is the name of the ship taking the Adamses to France in 1779?

4. What was one of the objectives of the Second Continental Congress?

5. What does Congress appoint Franklin in September of 1778?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the condition of the Auteuil house where the Adamses take up residence in Paris.

2. Where is Adams headed when the book opens?

3. What were Abigail's overall impressions of Paris?

4. What was the nature of the meeting requested by British General Howe with Adams, Franklin and Rutledge?

5. What fortuitous meeting did Abigail have before sailing from Boston?

6. Describe Philadelphia at the time of the First Continental Congress in 1774.

7. What were Adams' initial observations about Paris?

8. What finally makes Abigail change her mind about going to France?

9. What did Adams do upon arriving in France?

10. What was Adams' relationship with John Quincy during this time?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the poignancy of Adams and Jefferson both dying on the same day--the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Were there deaths a sign of divine approval and acceptance of the men as they were eulogized? Explain your perspective on the irony of the day's events.

Essay Topic 2

It is widely believed that Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence when in actuality he was part of a team of five men assigned to the task. Who were the other men charged with creating this document along with Jefferson? Why were they selected? How did they work together?

Essay Topic 3

Describe John Adams' personality in both his personal and professional interactions. Also cite examples where these traits are beneficial. When are the traits a liability?

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