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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What item did Houston begin to carry with him in town?
(a) Hickory cane.
(b) Bow and arrow.
(c) Dueling pistol.
(d) Bayonet.

2. In 1827, Houston campaigned for and won which office in the Tennessee government?
(a) Secretary of State.
(b) Secretary of the Treasury.
(c) Governor.
(d) Attorney General.

3. Who was the man that was Speaker of the House and later appointed as the Secretary of State?
(a) Jackson.
(b) Houston.
(c) Clay.
(d) Monroe.

4. Houston had a breakdown and left home. What is the word meaning to leave home and not return for a period of time?
(a) Escape.
(b) Abandonment.
(c) Expatriate.
(d) Exile.

5. Where did Houston go to meet up with old friends?
(a) Texas.
(b) Tennessee.
(c) Arkansas.
(d) Washington, DC.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the name of Jackson's wife?

2. What was Houston's drink of choice?

3. What was the name of the woman with whom Houston had a secret relationship?

4. Who lived fairly close to Houston at this time?

5. What Indian word did Houston use to mean "house?"

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