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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 was Adams especially glad to see?

2. Who becomes a threat to U.S. shipping and trade?

3. For what reason did Adams will himself to stay alive?

4. Who does Washington name as Secretary of State?

5. By what name do some of Adams' opponents call him?

Short Essay Questions

1. In what ways did Jefferson undo Adams' accomplishments as president?

2. What did Adams learn was Jefferson's true position on slavery?

3. Explain the poignancy of the deaths of Adams and Jefferson.

4. What were Adams' main points in his presidential inauguration speech in March of 1797?

5. Explain the speculation options for Adams' political future.

6. What were the circumstances of Abigail's death?

7. How could Adams' creed for his life be summed up?

8. What were the major challenges that faced Adams in his position as diplomat in London?

9. Explain why keeping peace was a guiding principle for Adams in his presidency?

10. What was the state of the country when Adams turned it over to Jefferson?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In addition to war on their homeland, the colonists were also very vulnerable to the threat of serious illnesses such as smallpox. Cite some examples from the book in which people die or are in serious danger of their lives due to diseases that can be managed today.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the role of letter-writing between John and Abigail. What is revealed by their letters? What can John not bring himself to say in the letters?

Essay Topic 3

Myths and legends have always surrounded the stories of the Founding Fathers of the United States. How does McCullough's book dispel or validate any such predisposed thoughts. Cite examples of which men are viewed a little differently after reading this book.

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