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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. After Charlie comes to the realization that Burr and Leggett have similar qualities, how does he bring them together?
(a) As equals.
(b) As enemies.
(c) He doesn't bring them together.
(d) By bribing them.

2. Which story does Mr. Bryant agree to purchase from Charlie that Charlie stole directly from Burr's memoirs?
(a) That of Burr's time in Europe.
(b) That of Burr's treason.
(c) That of James Wilkinson.
(d) That of Elma Sands.

3. With what vote does Wilkinson narrowly escape his own treason conviction?
(a) 8 to 6.
(b) 10 to 5.
(c) 7 to 5.
(d) 9 to 7.

4. What does Swartwout suggest that Charlie do rather than publish anything harmful to Burr?
(a) Sell their child when Helen gives birth.
(b) Receive donations from his friends.
(c) Sell Helen's jewelry.
(d) Sell his book to a publisher.

5. Why is Charlie shocked when Van Buren says he will go visit Burr?
(a) Because Van Buren is very busy.
(b) Because it is a damaging move for his political career.
(c) Because Van Buren was previously distant towards Burr.
(d) Because Burr lives far away.

Short Answer Questions

1. What role does Wilkinson ask Burr to take in the Spanish Conspiracy?

2. When Jefferson seems reluctant to offer him a position, for what position does Burr threaten to run in New York?

3. Why does Helen return to Mrs. Townsend's?

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

5. What position does James Wilkinson hold when he asks Burr to get involved in the conquest of the West?

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