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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many children did King George III of England have?
(a) 5
(b) 10
(c) 7
(d) 15

2. After learning of his son, Charles', indiscriminate behavior, what does Adams do?
(a) Renounces him
(b) Gets him psychological help
(c) Sends him to a sanitorium
(d) Gives him money

3. Who did Washington choose to help organize the new army?
(a) William Smith
(b) John Quincy Adams
(c) George Logan
(d) Alexander Hamilton

4. Who is Sally Hemings?
(a) Abigail's new dressmaker
(b) The housekeeper at Stoneyfield
(c) Nabby's best friend
(d) Jefferson's slave with whom he reportedly had an intimate relationship for many years

5. What is John and Abigail's position on political office after Adams leaves the presidency?
(a) They have not thought about it yet
(b) There are a few positions they would consider
(c) They will entertain all offers
(d) They have no interest in any more public office

Short Answer Questions

1. For what reason did Adams will himself to stay alive?

2. What do Adams and Jefferson do to take a break from diplomatic matters?

3. With what disease is Nabby diagnosed?

4. Who is killed in a duel with Aaron burr in 1804?

5. What was a main topic of discussion among New Englanders during 1814?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did Adams learn was Jefferson's true position on slavery?

2. Explain why the Alien and Sedition Acts were so critical at this time when war with France was possibly imminent.

3. How could Adams' creed for his life be summed up?

4. What were Adams' plans after the end of his presidency?

5. Explain the poignancy of the deaths of Adams and Jefferson.

6. What were the personal and professional losses Adams experienced in the fall of 1800?

7. What were John and Abigail's concerns for their children during this period?

8. What was John Quincy's relationship with his parents?

9. What did Adams observe about the new America that had emerged in his absence?

10. What event prompts Abigail to write to Jefferson after 17 years of silence?

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