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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17 President Grant (1869).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What English company builds Ironclad rams?
(a) Russell, Inc.
(b) Laird.
(c) Fences.
(d) Vick.

2. In "Washington", how does Henry Adams describe the South?
(a) Sunny and calm.
(b) Dusty and slow.
(c) Rich and glitzy.
(d) Ragged and poor.

3. In "Boston", why did Henry Adams say he hates school?
(a) Because he had to learn by rote.
(b) Because he had to do partner work.
(c) Because he had to read alone.
(d) Because they were lying to him.

4. What is Henry Adams' education like in Berlin?
(a) Endless lectures.
(b) Hands-on activities.
(c) There is no university in Berlin.
(d) Nothing but reading.

5. What happens during the Adams' trip to Italy?
(a) Johnson declares war.
(b) England is invaded.
(c) The Legation ends.
(d) Lincoln is assassinated.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do people hope Grant will do as president of the United States?

2. In "Treason", who does Henry Adams say needs an education?

3. What is Henry Adams plan called "Sessions"?

4. Who did William Gladstone try to include in his support of the South?

5. Why does Henry Adams feel that study of the Law is closed to him?

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