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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What is the outcome of the battle at White Plains?
(a) The British are defeated.
(b) The Canadians are defeated.
(c) Washington is defeated.
(d) The French are defeated.

4. Who is Sam Swartwout?
(a) The collecter of the port of New York.
(b) A senator.
(c) The manager of the bar.
(d) The assistant to the president.

5. In which city does Burr keep a mistress, according to Mrs. Burr?
(a) Boston.
(b) Rutherford.
(c) Jersey City.
(d) New York.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mr. Bryant feel about Burr?

2. From what type of background does Hamilton come?

3. Where does Mrs. Burr ask Charlie to meet after Burr's partners in the Texas land scheme come looking for him?

4. With what paper is Jefferson temporarily affiliated?

5. What are Burr and Charlie discussing in his office when Mrs. Burr arrives by carriage?

(see the answer key)

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