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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. John Quincey Adams' mother was fond of saying John had been groomed to do what?

2. Kennedy sees as a weakness in John Quincey Adams an emotional attachment to whom?

3. Why was it considered a contradiction when Houston supported temperance?

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

5. Who suggested that Senators were vulgar demagogues?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why was Henry Clay taking a chance when he enlisted Webster to help with passing the 1850 Compromise?

2. What are the three pressures Kennedy identifies for any elected official?

3. What interesting historical distinction did Adams and his father share in regards to their Presidencies?

4. What personal weakness does Kennedy point out about John Quincey Adams?

5. What courageous vote did Houston cast that was unpopular with his constituents in Texas?

6. What courageous belief did Webster demonstrate by speaking out for the 1850 Compromise?

7. Relate how Benton survived an attempt on his life by another senator.

8. What was the irony of John Quincey's taking sides with Jefferson against his father?

9. What metaphor does Kennedy use illustrating the elected official and constituency relationship?

10. How does the book reflect John Kennedy's admiration for certain former U.S. Senators?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write about a time when you found it necessary to compromise.

Essay Topic 2

How do you think American history might have been completely different if Edmund Norris had voted against President Johnson?

Essay Topic 3

Interview and write about a fireman who has faced serious danger.

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