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John Adams Quiz

John Adams Quiz

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With the American nation still in its fledgling state, powerful figures rose to prominence in an attempt to steer the government in directions which they deemed most fit. In many cases, these individuals went down in history as political juggernauts. In other cases, they became so marred with controversy that contemporary scholars almost universally condemn them.

John Adams was unfortunately in the latter category. Through some questionable foreign affairs work and underhanded partisan tactics, Adams became quickly known as one of America’s most contentious leaders.

How much do you know about this historical figure? Take our John Adams Quiz to find out.

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Instructions:  Answer each question to the best of your ability.  Once you select an answer, a green “Continue” button will appear and allow you to move to the next question.

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John Adams was a prominent member of what early American political party?
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John Adams was the first person to serve in what office of the United States?
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What was the name of John Adams' wife who also made attempts at Feminist politics?
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What numbered President of the United States was John Adams?
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What is the name of the Adams-Era political incident where U.S. diplomats in France were denied audience with the French government because they would not agree to pay a bribe?
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What is the name of this diplomat who worked for Adams who refused to pay the bribe to French officials and uttered the famous quote, "A million for defense, but not a cent for tribute."?
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What member of the oppositional Democratic-Republican Party served as John Adams' Vice President?
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John Adams died on the fiftieth anniversary of what monumental event?
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From 1798-1800, Adams fought an undeclared naval quasi-war with what other nation because of how it accosted American sailors?
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In a bid to hold onto political power, Adams passed what act which extended the time required for immigrants to become full American citizens?
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In another tied attempt to retain political power, Adams passed what law which criminalized criticism of the American government?
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Adams' Sedition Act had a built-in expiration date so it couldn't be used against his followers. What year did the 1798 act expire?
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As an attempt to undercut Adams' consolidations of political power, Thomas Jefferson and James Madison secretly drafted what political pieces to support states' rights over the national government?
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