Hamilton Act 2

Front

Who was Hamilton paying that raised suspicion among Jefferson, Madison, and Burr?

Back

James Reynolds

Front

What were the two main political parties during Hamilton's time?

Back

Federalist and Democratic Republican

Front

What event led Burr to challenge Hamilton to a duel?

Back

Hamilton endorses Jefferson for President.

Front

What action caused a rift in the friendship between Burr and Hamilton?

Back

Defeats Philip Schuyler in a Senate race

Front

Why was Burr certain Hamilton would fire on him during their duel?

Back

Hamilton was wearing his glasses.

Front

What was the significance of the Reynolds Pamphlet in Hamilton's life?

Back

It revealed Hamilton's affair and financial dealings, damaging his reputation.

Front

Who were the key figures in the political rivalry during Hamilton's era?

Back

Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, Aaron Burr, and James Madison.

Front

What was Hamilton's role in the formation of the Federalist Party?

Back

He was a founding member and a leading advocate for a strong central government.

Front

What was the main ideological difference between the Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans?

Back

Federalists favored a strong central government, while Democratic-Republicans advocated for states' rights.

Front

What was the outcome of the duel between Hamilton and Burr?

Back

Hamilton was mortally wounded and died the following day.