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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What is the name of the town in which Houston opened a school?
(a) Jackson.
(b) Baltimore.
(c) Maryville.
(d) Rutherfordton.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What major exam did Houston pass with the help of his mentor?

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

3. The volunteer militia, under the direction of Stephen Austin, took which city?

4. The father held which rank in the Revolutionary Army?

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

(see the answer key)

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