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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the name of Houston's young wife?
(a) Susan.
(b) Mary.
(c) Eliza.
(d) Anne.

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

3. How long did it take Houston to get his license?
(a) 9 months.
(b) 12 months.
(c) 6 months.
(d) 3 months.

4. In what year was Houston elected to the House of Representatives?
(a) 1833.
(b) 1823.
(c) 1829.
(d) 1826.

5. Where was the plantation located?
(a) Louisiana.
(b) Virginia.
(c) Georgia.
(d) Texas.

Short Answer Questions

1. Houston's next move was to which Tennessee town/city?

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

3. What important position was held by John Calhoun?

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

5. What was the name of the plantation owned by the grandfather?

(see the answer key)

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