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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. In June of 1808, where does Burr travel?
(a) To Europe.
(b) To Louisiana.
(c) To Mississippi.
(d) To Mexico.
2. In whose murder is Charlie arrested?
(a) Jackson's.
(b) Leggett's.
(c) Helen's.
(d) Elma's.
3. Why does Jefferson have trouble obtaining witnesses in Burr's treason trial?
(a) Because no one likes Jefferson.
(b) Because many people are afraid of Burr and his political power.
(c) Because Burr has too many close friends.
(d) Because Burr was not where Jefferson said he was on the dates provided.
4. Why is Wilkinson's letter to Burr evidence at Burr's treason trial?
(a) It includes Wilkinson's promise to start a war with Spain as soon as Burr sends word.
(b) It includes derogatory remarks about Jefferson.
(c) It includes a postmark showing Burr lied about his location.
(d) It includes a description of Burr's secret relationship with the Dons of Spain.
5. Why does Burr surrender to the governor of the Mississippi Territory on January 17, 1807?
(a) Because he feels he is guilty.
(b) Because he is about to starve to death.
(c) To protect himself from Wilkinson.
(d) So that he can see Jefferson.
Short Answer Questions
1. Who is Charlie's father?
2. What is the result of Burr's treason trial in which Constitutional definitions are focused on and witnesses perjure themselves?
3. When Charlie goes to visit Helen at Mrs. Townsend's, how does Mrs. Townsend act?
4. Who does Charlie ask to print an account of his false arrest?
5. For when is the duel between Burr and Hamilton scheduled?
Short Essay Questions
1. What does Van Buren tell Charlie about Burr when Charlie visits the White House?
2. Who is George Fuller, and why does Helen scream during his visit?
3. In June of 1808, what disguise does Burr adopt, where does he go, and how long does he stay?
4. What does the Constitution stipulate regarding treason trials, and how does this affect Jefferson's case against Burr?
5. What role does Jefferson play in Burr's treason trial after he is captured on February 19, 1807? What is his purpose?
6. Describe Jefferson's beliefs about States' rights.
7. On what counts is Charlie arrested and what events surround his arrest?
8. Why is a letter Wilkinson wrote Burr used in his trial and what does Wilkinson attempt to do to the letter?
9. How much is the publisher to which Sam Swartwout introduces Charlie willing to pay for Burr's memoirs, and what are the stipulations?
10. Describe James Wilkinson's involvement in the Spanish Conspiracy.
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