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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1835, Chapter Five.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What position does Burr hope to obtain if Louisiana and Mexico are liberated?
(a) President of the United States.
(b) Secretary of Louisiana.
(c) Governor of Louisiana.
(d) President of the western states.

3. Aware of Charlie's work on the pamphlet against Burr, what does Mr. Bryant say to Charlie?
(a) That the pamphlet will not bring Charlie money.
(b) That the pamphlet would harm many people.
(c) That the pamphlet will be considered treason.
(d) That the pamphlet will not be published.

4. Who was Burr's first wife?
(a) Eliza Jumel
(b) Charlie Vidal.
(c) Alexandria Schulyer.
(d) Theodosia Provost.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Mr. Bryant acting as standing editor for Leggett?

2. To what does Burr credit his success in his duel against Hamilton?

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

4. In the first week of August in 1806, where does Burr travel?

5. Why did Burr and Hamilton whisper during the duel?

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