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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1833, Chapter Twelve | 1834, Chapter One.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Burr, how many children did he have with his first wife?
(a) 3.
(b) 5.
(c) 1.
(d) 7.

2. To whom does Burr compare Arnold in his attempt to invade Canada?
(a) George Washington.
(b) Cleopatra.
(c) Napoleon Bonaparte.
(d) Gengis Kahn.

3. What does Burr identify, at age 19, as George Washington's only good quality?
(a) He is young and muscular.
(b) He comes from a well-off family.
(c) He is an experienced leader.
(d) He has the demeanor of a general.

4. Who is Sam Swartwout?
(a) A senator.
(b) The manager of the bar.
(c) The assistant to the president.
(d) The collecter of the port of New York.

5. Where is the wedding of Burr and Madame Jumel held?
(a) At Madame Jumel's mansion.
(b) At the country church.
(c) At the lakeside.
(d) At Burr's modest home.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did Burr write most of his notes regarding the Revolutionary War?

2. How old is Burr when he marries Madame Jumel?

3. When Mrs. Burr meets with Charlie after Burr's partners in the Texas land scheme come looking for him, what does Mrs. Burr claim her husband has sold?

4. How does Burr punish the men who tried to shoot him?

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

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