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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1834, Chapter Twelve.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the journal that Charlie finds in Burr's trunk describe?
(a) His encounters with a prostitute.
(b) His day-to-day life with his children.
(c) His dislike of the government.
(d) The Revolutionary War.

2. How does Burr initially feel about becoming a political leader?
(a) He feels angry.
(b) He feels obligated.
(c) He embraces it.
(d) He is reluctant.

3. How much of Charlie's story about Burr's wedding is published in The Evening Post?
(a) A front page expose.
(b) One line.
(c) The full story.
(d) A short paragraph.

4. Who is the Whig candidate in the 1884 election for mayor?
(a) Hall.
(b) Verplanck.
(c) Leggett.
(d) Hamilton.

5. To what does Burr credit his success in his duel against Hamilton?
(a) His marksmanship.
(b) His trickery.
(c) His calmness.
(d) His courage.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Burr, how many children did he have with his first wife?

2. What are the Tory-Federalists also known as?

3. What does Burr tell Charlie to tell Mrs. Burr when she arrives?

4. What is Burr's opinion about Henry Clay?

5. How does Hamilton feel about becoming a political leader?

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