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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. In Burr's divorce from Eliza, whom does Eliza hire as her attorney?
2. What are the Tory-Federalists also known as?
3. How does Burr punish the men who tried to shoot him?
4. For whom does Helen's mother work?
5. While living with General Israel Putnam, what is the name of the person that Burr identifies as a spy?
Short Essay Questions
1. On what matter does Washington ask Burr's advice, what advice does Burr give him, and what does he do with this advice?
2. Describe the different ways that Washington and others believe that he should be addressed. Explain any reasoning behind these titles.
3. Who makes up Publius and what is their purpose?
4. What is the result of the Presidential election of 1800 and how is the decision made?
5. Why does Burr initially perceive Thomas Jefferson as an ally, and what are some of his initial observations of Jefferson?
6. What does Burr notice about Thomas Jefferson when he visits him at his home at Monticello in 1795?
7. Describe the role that yellow fever plays in the book.
8. When does Burr first meet James Madison, and what are the circumstances?
9. Describe the differences between Thomas Jefferson and Burr's interpretations of Burr's political actions.
10. According to the notes that Burr provides to Charlie and Davis, why does Burr not receive a promotion sooner or to a higher position?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
There are many familial connections throughout the novel. Write an essay defining the role of family in the novel.
Essay Topic 2
Write an essay exploring the role of secrecy in the novel.
Essay Topic 3
Write an essay evaluating the different influences and motivations that affect each character in the novel. How do these different motivations contribute to plot development?
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