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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What major event happened to the father in 1806?
(a) He joined the army.
(b) He moved to New England.
(c) He went bankrupt.
(d) He died.

2. Which of the following left the expedition to return to the fort?
(a) Fannin.
(b) Austin.
(c) Johnson.
(d) Bowie.

3. What was the name of the plantation owned by the grandfather?
(a) Mountain Pass.
(b) Timber Ridge.
(c) Tumbler Hill.
(d) River Valley.

4. What did Houston do when he met the Congressman face to face?
(a) Apologized.
(b) Punched him in the face.
(c) Caned him.
(d) Bought him a drink.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In 1819, Houston was awarded which prestigious job?

2. The Law of April 6, 1830 prohibited which of the following?

3. Who did Houston meet in this new town?

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

5. Who was the representative of the "War Hawks?"

(see the answer key)

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