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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the case against Burr for the misdemeanor of invading Mexico turn out?
(a) He is never tried.
(b) He is found guilty.
(c) He is found not guilty.
(d) The trial ends with no resolution.

2. After Helen begins living with Charlie, how does he introduce her when they go out?
(a) As his girlfriend.
(b) As his wife.
(c) As his sister.
(d) As his fiance.

3. Where is Charlie's consulship located in 1840?
(a) Nice.
(b) Lagos.
(c) London.
(d) Amalfi.

4. In the first week of August in 1806, where does Burr travel?
(a) To Europe.
(b) To the west.
(c) To Virginia.
(d) To the Floridas.

5. With whom do Burr, Wilkinson, Smith, Dayton, and Jackson believe that they should go to war to liberate Louisiana and Mexico?
(a) England.
(b) Mexico.
(c) France.
(d) Spain.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Burr's treason trial, who determines that a President can be called into court?

2. What does Mrs. Townsend tell Charlie about Helen's feelings towards him?

3. On what grounds does Burr ask Jefferson for the personal favor of getting him a position in his administration?

4. When does Burr realize that Jefferson is determined to boot him out of political life?

5. After telling Jefferson what is going on in the West, for what does Burr ask Jefferson's permission?

Short Essay Questions

1. When they go out together, how does Charlie introduce Helen and how does he feel about his relationship with the prostitute?

2. Describe James Wilkinson's involvement in the Spanish Conspiracy.

3. In June of 1808, what disguise does Burr adopt, where does he go, and how long does he stay?

4. When and why does Burr surrender to the governor of the Mississippi Territory?

5. How much is the publisher to which Sam Swartwout introduces Charlie willing to pay for Burr's memoirs, and what are the stipulations?

6. What does Van Buren tell Charlie about Burr when Charlie visits the White House?

7. Describe Burr's initial conversation with Anthony Merry.

8. What does Mrs. Townsend say to Charlie when he tries to come visit Helen, who has left him?

9. Describe Jefferson's beliefs about States' rights.

10. What similarities does Charlie notice between Van Buren and Burr when he visits Van Buren at the White House?

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