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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was John Quincey Adams generally unhappy?
(a) He never couold live up to his mother's expectations.
(b) He never felt he had accomplished enough.
(c) He never married his childhood sweetheart.
(d) He never traveled abroad.

2. How did Benton's reputation for being crazy become problematic to his opponents?
(a) They feared he would challenge them to a duel.
(b) They never knew what he might do next.
(c) They feared he would blow up the capitol building.
(d) They thought people would think they were picking on Benton.

3. To what does Kennedy ascribe as half the power of Webster?
(a) His political connections.
(b) His outstanding education.
(c) His ability to make friends easily.
(d) His handsomeand commanding appearance.

4. In spite of John Quincey Adams' clarity and political courage, what life-long need did he have?
(a) The approval of his father and mother.
(b) A personal fortune so he was not dependent on the voters.
(c) Unwavering popularity among the people.
(d) The visible justification of God.

5. Why did Benton oppose the treaty of annexation of Texas?
(a) Because of his commitment to the Union.
(b) Because Texas was too big.
(c) Because he disliked Sam Houston.
(d) Because Texas would cost too much money.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Daniel Webster describe and define himself?

2. Where did Benton say he's rather see the Democratic Party rather than give one inch to Mr. Van Buren?

3. Which of the following public offices did John Quincey Adams NOT hold?

4. What is Kennedy's third pressure that he feels is the most damaging?

5. What Webster speech in the Senate became known by the date it was given?

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