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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1836, Chapter Five - Eleven.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT one of the responses that Jefferson gives Burr when he asks about his future with the Jefferson administration?
(a) He states that positions have been filled.
(b) He denies he has made other plans for Vice President.
(c) He says that there is nothing he can offer Burr.
(d) He says that Burr can have a position, but not Vice President.

2. What is the name of the girl with whom Charlie falls in love at Mrs. Rosanna Townsend's brothel?
(a) Helen Jewett.
(b) Rosanna Townsend.
(c) Theodosia Provost.
(d) Eliza Jumel.

3. How does Jefferson guarantee his reelection?
(a) By disgracing Burr.
(b) By eliminating taxes.
(c) By forging an alliance with England.
(d) By building railroads.

4. In Burr's treason trial, who determines that a President can be called into court?
(a) John Marshall.
(b) Thomas Jefferson.
(c) Nelson Chase.
(d) Alexander Hamilton.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who fires first in the duel between Hamilton and Burr?

2. In Burr's divorce from Eliza, whom does Eliza hire as her attorney?

3. Who did Burr fight and kill in a duel?

4. With what paper is Jefferson temporarily affiliated?

5. After the duel with Hamilton, how does Burr's political career fair?

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