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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 event happens in December, 1835 that bankrupts the insurance companies?
(a) The attack by Spaniards.
(b) A flood.
(c) The end of government loans.
(d) A fire.

2. After Burr is cleared of charges in his first treason trial of 1807, where does Burr go into hiding?
(a) The forests of Mississippi.
(b) A small village in Mexico.
(c) A villa in Europe.
(d) The swamps in Florida.

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

4. Why does Helen return to Mrs. Townsend's?
(a) Charlie tells her to make some money.
(b) She leaves Charlie.
(c) Charlie cannot afford to support her.
(d) Charlie kicks her out.

5. Why did Burr and Hamilton whisper during the duel?
(a) They were trying to hide from each other.
(b) They were listening for backup.
(c) Dueling was illegal.
(d) Whispering is traditional.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where do Burr and Charlie discuss the duel of Burr and Hamilton?

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

4. What does Leggett tell Charlie he will receive if he doesn't publish the pamphlet?

5. In June of 1808, what disguise does Burr adopt?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Van Buren tell Charlie about Burr when Charlie visits the White House?

2. What is Sam Houston's plan to liberate Texas from Mexico?

3. What position does Burr consider taking in New York and why does he tell Jefferson?

4. Describe Jefferson's beliefs about States' rights.

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

6. Describe the duel between Burr and Hamilton according to Burr's re-enactment.

7. What does Burr refer to as "the great American tragedy"?

8. What factors upset Charlie most when he finds out that his consulship is coming to an end?

9. What does Mrs. Townsend say to Charlie when he tries to come visit Helen, who has left him?

10. On what counts is Charlie arrested and what events surround his arrest?

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