Characters 1
Served as head of the Treasury Department for the U.S.
Hint: This founding father will not throw away his shot.
Alexander Hamilton
Which Schuyler sister was married to Hamilton?
Eliza Schuyler
In the beginning of the musical, what is Hamilton not throwing away?
His shot!
Who tragically passes away during a duel, when trying to protect his father's image?
Philip Hamilton, Alexander's son.
True or False: Hamilton uses actors of different races to tell the story, even though all characters in the show are historically white in real life.
True: While not every event is in exact detail, every character is based on a real person, and most events did occur in real life.
What royal character is mocked as a joke throughout the show?
King George III
Who is Hamilton's frenemy throughout the musical?
Aaron Burr
In the song "Burn" - what happened to Eliza?
Her husband has cheated on her (and tells everyone all about it in a publication.)
What place did Eliza set up in her husband's honor at the end of the show?
The orphanage.
True or False: After Hamilton cheats, Angelica comes back from London to support him.
False: She comes back to support her sister, Eliza.
Who is the love interest who regrets NOT marrying Hamilton?
Hint: She puts her family first.
Angelica Schuyler
Who is the lead general of the colonies throughout all of ACT I and most of ACT II?
General George Washington
In the song "Satisfied" what previous event is Angelica singing about?
Hint: They have to "rewind."
Introducing Hamilton to her sister, Eliza, who eventually get married.
What does Hamilton do to prove to Congress that he was not stealing government funds?
Publishes the details of his affair to the public. (The Reynolds Pamphlet)
True or False: Historically, slavery is still going on throughout the course of the show (1700's.)
True: Slavery ended after the Civil War, which did not occur until the 1800's. Most of these characters were wealthy white men who more than likely had slaves.
What is the name of Hamilton's child?
Philip
Who comes back from France and constantly disagrees with Hamilton throughout the show?
Hint: Won the election at the end of the show - third president of the U.S.
Thomas Jefferson
The Room Where It Happens - Who wants to be included in Congress?
Aaron Burr (...sir)
Why did Aaron Burr challenge Hamilton to a duel?
True or False: After Hamilton passes away, Eliza goes on to set up the first private orphanage, shares Hamilton's work, and fight against slavery.
True: She did all of this! You go, girl.
Who provides guns and ships from France
(Hint: Only featured in ACT I; raps really fast.)
Lafayette
Who is the general that insults George Washington and winds up retreating when in battle?
Charles Lee
What advice does Burr first give Hamilton?
Talk Less, Smile More :)
What does Alexander Hamilton do during his duel at the end of the show?
He raises his pistol towards the sky, choosing not to shoot anyone.
True or False: The congressmen found out Hamilton was cheating on his wife and tried to expose him for it.
False!!! They thought he was stealing government money - Hamilton really did NOT have to admit to the other stuff. TMI.