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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What role does Wilkinson ask Burr to take in the Spanish Conspiracy?
(a) He wants him to distract the French.
(b) He wants him to negotiate with Spain.
(c) He wants him to take over Louisiana.
(d) He wants him to be the leader of the Mexican conquest.

2. What is the name of the Supreme Court Justice put on trial for believing that there are limitations on legislative powers?
(a) John Marshall.
(b) Anthony Merry.
(c) James Wilkinson.
(d) Samuel Chase.

3. Where is Charlie when he is arrested for murder?
(a) At Helen's.
(b) Visiting with Leggett.
(c) At Burr's Office.
(d) In bed.

4. Which of the following is NOT true about a "constructive treason" case?
(a) It is unconstitutional.
(b) It is used against Burr.
(c) Jefferson uses it.
(d) It requires witnesses.

5. In 1805, with whom does Jefferson consider going to war to acquire the Floridas?
(a) Mexico.
(b) England.
(c) France.
(d) Spain.

6. Where does Charlie publish his piece on tasting a love apple?
(a) The Evening Post.
(b) The National Gazzette.
(c) The New York Times.
(d) The Old Patroon.

7. Who initially identified Charlie as the murderer?
(a) Leggett.
(b) Mrs. Townsend.
(c) Swartwout.
(d) Burr.

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

9. What is the verdict against the actual murderer in the case where Charlie was originally accused?
(a) There is no verdict.
(b) He is found guilty and jailed.
(c) Not guilty.
(d) He is sentenced to die.

10. How does Burr respond to the death of James Madison?
(a) He goes to the funeral.
(b) He does not acknowledge the death.
(c) He goes to visit Dolley.
(d) He writes Dolley a letter of condolence.

11. What order does Wilkinson receive from both Burr and Jefferson?
(a) To take charge of Louisiana's borders.
(b) To create a commotion with the Spanish on the Sabine River.
(c) To make sure that the French do not take over the Floridas.
(d) To retreat from Mexico.

12. Who committed the murder for which Charlie is arrested?
(a) Leggett.
(b) Richard Robinson.
(c) Levi Weeks.
(d) Mrs. Townsend.

13. What position does James Wilkinson hold when he asks Burr to get involved in the conquest of the West?
(a) Brigadier General.
(b) Lieutenant.
(c) Secretary of State.
(d) Colonel.

14. Who is Charlie's father?
(a) An unknown character.
(b) Swartwout.
(c) Leggett.
(d) Burr.

15. For what position does Burr ask for his brother-in-law, James Brown?
(a) Governor of the Louisiana Territory.
(b) Judge of the Superior Court in New Orleans.
(c) Secretary of the Louisiana Territory.
(d) Supreme Court Justice.

Short Answer Questions

1. When George Morgan hears Burr speaking badly of Jefferson, what does he tell the President?

2. What event happens in December, 1835 that bankrupts the insurance companies?

3. In June of 1808, where does Burr travel?

4. What is the name of Matt Davis's publisher?

5. What does Swartwout suggest that Charlie do rather than publish anything harmful to Burr?

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