Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording) Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Why is it significant that Eliza established an orphanage in the aftermath of Hamilton’s death? (from Act 2, Part 5)

Eliza was an orphan: therefore, in establishing an orphanage, she is striving to ensure that no-one feels as abandoned as she did.

Hamilton was an orphan: therefore, in establishing an orphanage, she is acknowledging a key part of her husband's life.

Hamilton was an orphan: therefore, in establishing an orphanage, she is fulfilling his dream that no-one should suffer the way he did.

Burr was an orphan: therefore, in establishing an orphanage, Eliza is expressing her forgiveness towards him.

2.

What is the most likely reason that Burr was excluded from the conversation between Jefferson, Madison, and Hamilton? (from Act 2, Part 2)

Hamilton forgot to invite him into the conversation: the whole thing is a misunderstanding.

Burr was not seen as being directly connected to any of the issues being discussed.

Hamilton wanted to keep Burr politically isolated, and told Washington to make sure Burr wasn't included.

Burr had made Jefferson angry, and was excluded for personal reasons.

3.

What is the most likely reason that Angelica chooses to back off her attraction to Hamilton? (from Act 1, Part 3)

She realizes that she values Eliza's happiness more than her own.

She realizes that Hamilton loves Eliza more than he will ever love her.

She realizes that she has fallen in love with Burr.

She realizes that she and Hamilton won't be as good a match as she thought.

4.

Who is General Lee? (from Act 1, Part 4)

Lee is the officer to whom Washington gives a position in cabinet instead of Hamilton.

Lee is the officer to whom Washington gives a command instead of Hamilton

Lee is the officer to whom Burr reveals government secrets.

Lee is the officer whose failure in battle costs Laurens his life.

5.

Who is Philip? (from Act 1, Part 5)

Angelica's husband.

Burr's son.

Washington's new assistant.

Hamilton's son.

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