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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13 The Perfection of Human Society (1864).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is John Hay when Henry Adams first meets him?
(a) An old newspaper reporter.
(b) A young, private secretary.
(c) A teacher.
(d) A new congressman.

2. How does Charles Swinbourne awe Henry Adams?
(a) With his newspaper articles.
(b) With his poetry and conversation.
(c) With his political ties.
(d) With his haphazard way of dressing.

3. What position does Henry Adams obtain at Harvard?
(a) Class President.
(b) Dean of Admissions.
(c) Resident Advisor.
(d) Class Orator.

4. What did Henry Adams' father's political party have to do to gain power?
(a) Move into the South.
(b) Get enough votes in the primary.
(c) Deal making and compromises.
(d) Bribing people and secrets.

5. What does Henry Adams say every American woman did when presented with English manners?
(a) They shied away from the complex rules.
(b) They fit in perfectly.
(c) They blended them with American manners.
(d) They rose in rebellion against them.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "The Battle of the Rams", how is C.F. Adams' relationship with Lord Russell described?

2. Who is the English Foreign Secretary?

3. How are foreigners treated in English society?

4. What turned the Civil War in favor of the Union?

5. What happens to a letter Henry Adams wrote to his brother in "Diplomacy"?

(see the answer key)

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