Alexander Hamilton's Legacy Bio Quiz

What is one of the key aspects of Alexander Hamilton's public persona?

• He was a quiet and reserved individual.

• He was a monarchist who wanted to establish a monarchy.

• He was guided by virtue and wanted to serve the public good.

• He was known for his extramarital affairs.

Why was Hamilton considered a 'lightning rod' for the first party system?

• Because he was the only one who could be attacked instead of Washington.

• Because he was a monarchist.

• Because he had no political influence.

• Because he was a revolutionary war hero.

What was Hamilton's significant contribution as Secretary of the Treasury?

• He united the national debt as one common debt shared by the nation.

• He established a monarchy in the United States.

• He abolished the national bank.

• He reduced the national debt to zero.

How did Hamilton view the British monarchy?

• He had no opinion on it.

• He wanted to completely replicate it in the United States.

• He believed it was the finest government on the face of the earth.

• He thought it was a failed system.

How has the perception of Hamilton changed over time?

• He was always seen as a villain.

• He was never a significant figure in American history.

• He was always revered and respected.

• He was reviled in his own lifetime but perceptions improved as America's economy changed.

What political party did Alexander Hamilton help to found?

• Democratic-Republican

• Federalist

• Whig

• Tory

What was Alexander Hamilton's role in the early United States government?

• President

• Vice President

• Secretary of Treasury

• Chief Justice