LVLD 3 - John Adams - Goes to Washington

Which of the following best describes the general environment and conditions around the White House upon the Adamses' arrival?

• A pristine and welcoming new capital city.

• A muddy, debris-strewn landscape with temporary structures.

Who was primarily responsible for the physical labor involved in the reconstruction efforts?

• Enslaved people and laborers.

• Military personnel assigned to the task.

What was the condition of the White House upon the arrival of the Adamses?

• A newly constructed building awaiting its first occupants.

• An unfinished structure undergoing construction.

What observation did Abigail Adams make about the laborers working on the nation's capital?

• They were well-compensated for their hard work.

• They were "half-fed slaves."