Diplomatic Dialogues Between Nations and National Identity

The transcript captures a formal dialogue between a representative of the United States and a monarch. The conversation begins with the monarch acknowledging the extraordinary circumstances and the appropriateness of the language used. The monarch expresses a willingness to embrace friendship with the United States post-separation. The dialogue shifts to cultural attachments, with Mr. Adams affirming his loyalty to his own country. The monarch expresses a hope that the absence of a monarchy will not adversely affect the United States, to which Mr. Adams responds affirmatively. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the satisfaction of the exchange.

What does the speaker express about the choice of the minister?

• Confusion

• Disappointment

• Indifference

• Pleasure

How does the speaker feel about the separation?

• They never consented

• They were the last to consent

• They were indifferent

• They were the first to consent

What is the speaker's stance on meeting the friendship of the United States?

• They are eager

• They are reluctant

• They are opposed

• They are indifferent

What does Mr. Adams admit about his national attachments?

• He has no attachments

• He is attached to multiple countries

• He is attached to his own country

• He is attached to France

What concern does the speaker express about the United States?

• Its lack of resources

• Its lack of a monarchy

• Its lack of allies

• Its lack of culture