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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The challenge came via a:
(a) Public speech.
(b) Newspaper article.
(c) Campaign slogan.
(d) Town meeting.

2. In which state did Sam Houston live as a child?
(a) Georgia.
(b) North Carolina.
(c) Virginia.
(d) Tennessee.

3. What was Houston's drink of choice?
(a) Beer.
(b) Whiskey.
(c) Scotch.
(d) Bourbon.

4. In 1819, Houston was awarded which prestigious job?
(a) Attorney General.
(b) Senior Senator.
(c) Speaker of the House.
(d) Majority Whip.

5. Houston came from a family of nine children. What was Houston's number in the order of birth?
(a) 1.
(b) 5.
(c) 2.
(d) 6.

Short Answer Questions

1. Houston had a breakdown and left home. What is the word meaning to leave home and not return for a period of time?

2. In 1827, Houston campaigned for and won which office in the Tennessee government?

3. What major event happened to the father in 1806?

4. Who served as Houston's mentor in law?

5. What item did Houston begin to carry with him in town?

(see the answer key)

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