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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1835, Chapter Six - Seven.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Wilkinson's letter to Burr evidence at Burr's treason trial?
(a) It includes Wilkinson's promise to start a war with Spain as soon as Burr sends word.
(b) It includes derogatory remarks about Jefferson.
(c) It includes a description of Burr's secret relationship with the Dons of Spain.
(d) It includes a postmark showing Burr lied about his location.

2. What does Burr tell Charlie to tell Mrs. Burr when she arrives?
(a) That he is leaving her.
(b) That he was expecting her.
(c) That he is waiting upstairs.
(d) That he is in court.

3. When Mrs. Burr meets with Charlie after Burr's partners in the Texas land scheme come looking for him, what does Mrs. Burr claim her husband has sold?
(a) Her tea set and collection of china.
(b) Her business.
(c) Her grandmother's wedding band.
(d) Her second carriage and horses for half of what they are worth.

4. What is Burr's lasting malady from his stroke?
(a) He has no lasting maladies.
(b) He is blind in one eye.
(c) His entire body twitches.
(d) His leg is paralyzed.

5. What does Burr tell Jefferson he feels is the greatest weakness in the Constitution?
(a) That the states are controlled to tightly.
(b) That the power given to the President is too great.
(c) That the states have the right to nullify federal law or secede.
(d) That the power of the Judiciary system is not strong enough.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Burr initially feel about becoming a political leader?

2. Who tells Burr that Wilkinson is a Spanish spy?

3. Who serves as Burr's defense council in his treason trial where Jefferson plays prosecutor?

4. What is the outcome of the battle at White Plains?

5. For whom does Helen's mother work?

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