As a Result of Social Events Hosted by the Wives

question 14

Multiple Choice

As a result of social events hosted by the wives of appointed and elected officials in Washington, D.C.,

• A) political negotiations and compromises were encouraged by giving political enemies a place where they could talk cordially with each other.
• B) credibility was given to the rumors that President Madison was controlled by a group of wealthy Virginia planters.
• C) foreign dignitaries were often offended by the relaxed and casual manner in which the guests were dressed.
• D) political problems were created for officials because of the outspokenness of their wives on controversial political matters.

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