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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. Who serves as Burr's defense council in his treason trial where Jefferson plays prosecutor?
(a) Alexander Hamilton.
(b) John Marshall.
(c) James Wilkinson.
(d) Luther Martin.

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

3. Who is able to get Burr's partners to leave when they come looking for money for the Texas land scheme?
(a) George Washington.
(b) Charlie.
(c) Mrs. Burr.
(d) Burr.

4. In the first week of August in 1806, where does Burr travel?
(a) To the Floridas.
(b) To the west.
(c) To Europe.
(d) To Virginia.

5. Which country do the Republicans support in the French Revolution?
(a) Spain.
(b) England.
(c) France.
(d) They maintain neutrality.

Short Answer Questions

1. From where do terms such as "citizen" and "citizeness" embraced by early Americans come?

2. When did Burr write most of his notes regarding the Revolutionary War?

3. What is the name of the Supreme Court Justice put on trial for believing that there are limitations on legislative powers?

4. To what position was John Marshall appointed by Adams?

5. Instead of voting based on whether a law is pro-Federalist or pro-Republican, how does Burr decide how to vote?

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