Why did Aaron Burr kill Alexander Hamilton?
a. Burr discovered Hamilton was involved with his mistress.
b. Hamilton's criticisms helped defeat him in New York's governor's race.
c. Hamilton attacked Burr, who acted in self-defense.
d. No one really knows; there was no provocation.
ANSWER: b
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