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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. What interest did Adams and Jefferson share?
2. How did Adams perceive the Vice Presidency?
3. Who does Nabby marry in 1786?
4. Why does Adams say that Vice President is the only position he will accept?
5. To where is the nation's capital moved in 1800?
Short Essay Questions
1. What were Adams' plans after the end of his presidency?
2. How could the first half of Adams' administration be described?
3. What did Adams observe about the new America that had emerged in his absence?
4. What were the major challenges that faced Adams in his position as diplomat in London?
5. What event prompts Abigail to write to Jefferson after 17 years of silence?
6. How were the Adamses met when they returned to Boston after living in Europe for so long?
7. Explain the speculation options for Adams' political future.
8. What were the Adamses first observations of life in London?
9. What were John and Abigail's concerns for their children during this period?
10. Explain the poignancy of the deaths of Adams and Jefferson.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
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?
Essay Topic 2
Adams spent several years living in France as a diplomatic envoy. Compare and contrast his life there with his life in Massachusetts. What did he like and dislike about life in both places?
Essay Topic 3
John Adams showed George Washington tremendous respect by nominating him to lead the Continental Army but did not receive the same courtesy in return. Explain why Washington showed little regard for Adams, particularly when Adams served as his vice president. Also note Adams' integrity and ability to bear the affront.
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