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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. What does Burr tell Jefferson he feels is the greatest weakness in the Constitution?
(a) That the power given to the President is too great.
(b) That the power of the Judiciary system is not strong enough.
(c) That the states are controlled to tightly.
(d) That the states have the right to nullify federal law or secede.

2. What would happen to Charlie if anyone discovered Helen's occupation?
(a) He would be asked to leave the country.
(b) He would become more popular.
(c) His reputation would be ruined.
(d) He would be incarcerated.

3. With whom does Jefferson consider a deal to buy the Floridas for $2 million?
(a) Charles IV.
(b) Bonaparte.
(c) Isabella II.
(d) Merry.

4. In June of 1808, where does Burr travel?
(a) To Mexico.
(b) To Louisiana.
(c) To Europe.
(d) To Mississippi.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the Constitution, how many individuals must bear witness to the traitor for someone to be convicted of treason?

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

3. What does Burr tell Charlie that he wanted from Britain?

4. For what position does Burr ask for his brother-in-law, James Brown?

5. What order does Wilkinson receive from both Burr and Jefferson?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe James Wilkinson's involvement in the Spanish Conspiracy.

2. Where is Charlie on a consulship and how did he obtain the position?

3. What does Jefferson do that guarantees him reelection and where does Burr fit into the reelection bid?

4. Who murdered Helen and how does Charlie know this person?

5. What does Burr find out about Wilkinson's true occupation and what does this discovery mean?

6. Describe the comparison that Charlie makes between Burr and Leggett soon after the great fire which burned 700 buildings.

7. What does Leggett say about publishing the pamphlet as he lays sick in bed?

8. What does the Constitution stipulate regarding treason trials, and how does this affect Jefferson's case against Burr?

9. Describe Jefferson's options he considers for obtaining the Floridas.

10. What similarities does Charlie notice between Van Buren and Burr when he visits Van Buren at the White House?

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