Dining with the Madisons Quiz

Who is Leslie Buttery in the context of the dining room installation?

• A member of the collections team

• The visiting curator of ceramics

• The chief curator

• A historian

What is one of the key messages of the new dining room installation?

• The meals were simple and modest.

• The Madisons were the sole preparers of the meals.

• The Madisons did not host any guests.

• The meals were prepared by the enslaved community.

What type of porcelain is prominently featured in the table setting?

• Japanese porcelain

• Chinese export porcelain

• French porcelain

• Italian porcelain

What style of service was used during meals at the Madison's residence?

• Buffet style

• American style service

• Family style

• French style service

Who was responsible for serving the soup during the meal?

• Elizabeth Chu

• Dolly Madison

• James Madison

• Paul Jennings

What happens after the savory course is completed?

• The guests leave the table.

• A new tablecloth is laid for the dessert course.

• The main course is served again.

• The table is cleared for the next day's meal.

What items are prepared on the sideboard for the dessert course?

• Soup bowls and spoons

• Custard cups and ice pails

• Main course platters

• Bread and butter plates

What was required of the enslaved workers to execute the meal service?

• No specific skills

• Experience, professionalism, and knowledge

• Advanced culinary training

• Basic cooking skills

What enabled James and Dolly Madison to be recognized as gracious hosts?

• The simplicity of their meals

• Their personal cooking skills

• The teamwork of the enslaved workers

• Their wealth and possessions

What is the purpose of the new dining room installation?

• To promote the Madison family's wealth

• To display antique furniture

• To highlight the role of the enslaved community in meal preparation

• To showcase modern dining trends