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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where was Hamilton struck by the bullet in the duel?
(a) HIs right side, four inches above his hip.
(b) His left arm, just above the elbow.
(c) His right leg, in the main artery.
(d) The right temple.

2. What danger awaited the main participants in the American Revolution?
(a) Severe damage to their credit.
(b) Substantial fines.
(c) Death.
(d) Three years in prison.

3. Why did the duel take place in such an out of the way location?
(a) Because it was near a hospital.
(b) Because it is a very noisy activity.
(c) To avoid accidental shooting of passersby.
(d) Dueling was illegal in the United States.

4. Who were some of Hamilton's better known political enemies?
(a) Jefferson and Adams.
(b) Bush and Gore.
(c) Washington and Lafayette.
(d) Madison and Van Ness.

5. How many delegates were at the Constitutional Convention?
(a) One hundred and three.
(b) Fifty-five.
(c) Unknown, no specific records were kept.
(d) Thirteen, one for each colony.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the time of the American Revolution, what was the most powerful military force in the world?

2. According to the author, what action would have ended the move for American Independence?

3. Who makes history?

4. What, in the author's opinion, is the main mystery about the duel?

5. What was the date of the duel between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton?

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