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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Abraham Lincoln and the Self-Made Myth.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what does Hofstadter attribute the failure of John C. Calhoun's political career?
(a) His views of slavery.
(b) His odd personality.
(c) His political pamphlets.
(d) His outspoken nature.

2. According to Hofstadter, what type of politician was Abraham Lincoln?
(a) Strong conservative.
(b) Progressive.
(c) Liberal.
(d) Moderate conservative.

3. How does Hofstadter describe John C. Calhoun's economic philosophies?
(a) Laissez-faire.
(b) Socialist.
(c) Corporate capitalism.
(d) Mercantile.

4. From which ancient philosophers did the Founders draw ideas?
(a) Epicurus and Plato.
(b) Diogenes and Socrates.
(c) Plato and Socrates.
(d) Aristotle and Cicero.

5. With what political party was Abraham Lincoln associated in Illinois?
(a) The Democratic-Republicans.
(b) The Whigs.
(c) The Federalists.
(d) The Progressive Party.

Short Answer Questions

1. What lifestyle did Thomas Jefferson abhor?

2. How many Southern states had seceded before Abraham Lincoln took office?

3. What did the Founders design the Constitution to protect?

4. What concern did Northern laborers have about slavery?

5. According to John C. Calhoun, what created equality among white Americans?

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