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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Adams so pleased with John Quincy's appointment as Secretary of State?
(a) He could ask Adams for advice
(b) The last three presidents had held that office
(c) He would be making more money
(d) He would be closer to home

2. In what state does Adams find Washington when he arrives?
(a) Barren and dry
(b) Glittering in the sun
(c) A mosquito-infested swamp
(d) Bleak and abandoned

3. What prompts Abigail to write to Jefferson after 17 years of silence?
(a) Her terminal illness diagnosis
(b) The death of his daughter, Polly
(c) John's terminal illness diagnosis
(d) The death of their daughter, Nabby

4. What is the state of Nabby's marriage?
(a) Troubled
(b) Very happy
(c) Content
(d) Separated

5. What is the name of John Adams' wife?
(a) Amy
(b) Abigail
(c) Martha
(d) Ann

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was reputed to be the wisest and most influential member of the Continental Congress?

2. What did Abigail call John when his letters lost their romantic ardor?

3. What is the name of Jefferson's Virginia home?

4. What did Adams do in May of 1782?

5. References to what subject were removed from the declaration?

(see the answer key)

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