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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1834, Chapter Twenty-eight - Thirty-one.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what position was John Marshall appointed by Adams?
(a) Secretary of State.
(b) Chief Justice.
(c) Brigadier General.
(d) Vice President.

2. Why did Burr and Hamilton whisper during the duel?
(a) Whispering is traditional.
(b) Dueling was illegal.
(c) They were trying to hide from each other.
(d) They were listening for backup.

3. Who is able to get Burr's partners to leave when they come looking for money for the Texas land scheme?
(a) Burr.
(b) Mrs. Burr.
(c) Charlie.
(d) George Washington.

4. In the election of 1800, how many votes do Jefferson and Burr both receive?
(a) 30.
(b) 92.
(c) 65.
(d) 73.

5. How does Jefferson feel about states' rights?
(a) He believes them to be a necessary evil.
(b) He opposes them.
(c) He supports them.
(d) He thinks they are unneccesary.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does the deciding vote fall to in the 1800 election?

2. In which city does Burr keep a mistress, according to Mrs. Burr?

3. What is Burr's opinion about Henry Clay?

4. Who is Reginald Gower?

5. Who is the Whig candidate in the 1884 election for mayor?

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