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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the name of the woman with whom Houston had a secret relationship?
(a) Carmichael.
(b) Carter.
(c) Campbell.
(d) Cartwright.

2. What derogatory nickname was given to Houston by the Cherokee?
(a) Drunken Slob.
(b) Big Drunk.
(c) Lying Thief.
(d) Foolish Man.

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

4. In which year did Sam Houston resign from military service?
(a) 1831.
(b) 1815.
(c) 1824.
(d) 1818.

5. Houston's next move was to which Tennessee town/city?
(a) Lebanon.
(b) Knoxville.
(c) Nashville.
(d) Bristol.

Short Answer Questions

1. One of the grievances Houston would address was the fact that the government wanted to pay the Indians in paper money rather than:

2. In 1829, Houston became a member of which group?

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

4. How long did it take Houston to get his license?

5. Where did Houston go to meet up with old friends?

(see the answer key)

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