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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. Where does Jefferson claim that Burr's treasonous act occurred in December of 1806?
(a) Blennerhasset's Island.
(b) Staten Island.
(c) Mexico.
(d) The Louisiana Territory.

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

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

4. When Mrs. James Reynolds blackmails Alexander Hamilton, how does he respond?
(a) He pays with a loan from his father.
(b) He pays with the U.S. Treasury money.
(c) He does not pay her.
(d) He pays with a loan from his son.

5. During a 1793 meeting with Jefferson, what does Burr say about Hamilton's military record?
(a) He doesn't know about it.
(b) He believes it is dismal.
(c) He thinks Hamilton is a coward.
(d) He admires it.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Burr and Hamilton whisper during the duel?

2. From what do John Seargeant and Dr. Hutchison die?

3. According to the Constitution, how many individuals must bear witness to the traitor for someone to be convicted of treason?

4. Who does the deciding vote fall to in the 1800 election?

5. In the first week of August in 1806, where does Burr travel?

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