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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1834, Chapter Twelve.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what paper is Jefferson temporarily affiliated?
(a) The Old Patroon.
(b) The Evening Post.
(c) The National Gazzette.
(d) The New York Times.

2. For what reason does Burr leave the military?
(a) Health reasons.
(b) Washington asks him to leave.
(c) To take care of his children.
(d) He is arrested for bribery.

3. When Charlie asks if his story about Burr being Van Buren's father will be printed in The Evening Post, how does Leggett respond?
(a) He says that the story will definitely run in the Evening Post.
(b) He says he has an alternate publisher who will pay a lot of money.
(c) He says he has an alternate publisher who will publish it for free.
(d) He says that the story may or may not be published depending on quality.

4. What does John Adams tell Burr about Jefferson's motivations?
(a) He says Jefferson intends to promote himself by stirring the people against Hamilton.
(b) He says Jefferson intends to promote himself by stirring the people against Adams.
(c) He says Jefferson intends to promote himself by stirring the people against France.
(d) He says Jefferson intends to promote himself by stirring the people against Burr.

5. What is Burr's opinion about Henry Clay?
(a) He feels he is a good leader.
(b) He feels that he is weak.
(c) He feels he is too idealistic.
(d) He feels he is corrupt.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Burr, how many children did he have with his first wife?

2. How much of Charlie's story about Burr's wedding is published in The Evening Post?

3. For whom does Helen's mother work?

4. What does Burr tell Charlie to tell Mrs. Burr when she arrives?

5. Who wins the 1884 election for mayor?

(see the answer key)

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