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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 15-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does William Seward harshly critique about Lincoln?
(a) His accent.
(b) His inaugural address.
(c) His wardrobe.
(d) His beard.

2. With whom does Lincoln side when believing that black men are not inferior to white men?
(a) Benjamin Franklin.
(b) Ulysses S. Grant.
(c) Andrew Johnson.
(d) Thomas Jefferson.

3. Why is a secret Cabinet meeting held in the Naval Department?
(a) To discuss naval strategy.
(b) The Cabinet offices are being painted.
(c) It has a room big enough to hold everyone.
(d) To avoid spies.

4. What does Lincoln order the U.S. marshals to do?
(a) Shoot rioters.
(b) Raid telegraph offices to determine spies.
(c) Arrest any conspirators.
(d) Set up roadblocks around Washington.

5. What does Lincoln declare to be his first priority in Chapter 13?
(a) Introduce his Cabinet members.
(b) Declare a Civil War.
(c) Guard against sympathizers in the government.
(d) Control Mrs. Lincoln's spending.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the defeated rival who visits Lincoln and calls for militiamen to defend Washington?

2. What office does Kate Chase expect her father to attain in 1864?

3. What topic does Sprague talk about when he takes Kate riding?

4. What city does Lincoln decide to strike before the Confederate Congress can begin?

5. Which of the following is NOT true about the new Congress?

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