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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What was the federal budget of 1790?
(a) 100,000.
(b) 10 Million.
(c) 300 Million.
(d) 7 Million.

3. What was the date of the duel between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton?
(a) January 20, 1804.
(b) July 11, 1804.
(c) October 29, 1851.
(d) July 4, 1776.

4. What did Adams say were the five pillars of aristocracy?
(a) Religion, Stature, Health, Intelligence and Connections.
(b) Beauty, Wealth, Birth, Genius and Virtue.
(c) Heritage, Money, Slave Ownership, Friends and Religion.
(d) Wealth, Position, Geography, Genius and Family.

5. According to the author, how did the creation of a separate American nation occur?
(a) Over a period of 200 years.
(b) With the approval of the British rules.
(c) Suddenly rather than gradually.
(d) Gradually rather than suddenly.

Short Answer Questions

1. How was Jay's Treaty received in the public?

2. How many letters were exchanged between Jefferson and Adams in their retirement?

3. Which two Representatives reacted first to this petition?

4. Who emerged as the candidates for President upon Washington's retirement?

5. How many total shots were fired at the duel?

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