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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Downfall, Parts 5 through 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Matthews not introduce himself to Joseph Smith under his real name?
(a) He was infamous in New York.
(b) Joseph Smith didn't want any competitive preachers.
(c) He was escaping jail time.
(d) He wanted to infiltrate the Mormons.

2. What charges were added by the district attorney against Matthews before the murder trial?
(a) Bribery charges to recoup money for Elijah's heirs.
(b) Blackmail charges for paying off Charles Laisdell.
(c) Assault charges for coercing Benjamin Folger.
(d) Assault charges for beating Isabella Laisdell.

3. What was Elijah's wife's name?
(a) Margaret.
(b) Sarah.
(c) Sophie.
(d) Andrea.

4. What congregation did Kirk work at when he first arrived in Albany?
(a) Sixth Presbyterian Church.
(b) Third Presbyterian Church.
(c) First Presbyterian Church.
(d) Second Presbyterian Church.

5. When did Ann become pregnant with Matthews' child?
(a) March 1834.
(b) March 1836.
(c) March 1835.
(d) March 1831.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Ann confess to Matthews about Benjamin?

2. Who was able to obtain a warrant for Matthews' arrest?

3. What was the name of the church at the center of Elijah's childhood town?

4. Who invited Kirk to Albany?

5. When was Robert Matthews born according to "Robert Matthews, Introduction and Parts 1 through 4"?

(see the answer key)

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