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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What unusual qualities does Henry W. Halleck have in a leader?
(a) He has a natural charisma that attracts all voters.
(b) He is well read, intelligent and also has great physical strength.
(c) He speaks both the language of the law and the language of the people.
(d) He has written about international law and observes legal niceties.

2. Which book of John A. Marshall's is well read among Lincoln's critics?
(a) The American Bastile.
(b) The Merryman.
(c) Low Tide for Liberty.
(d) The Prisoner of State.

3. According to William Seward, which law is higher than the Constitution?
(a) International law.
(b) Federal law.
(c) Mosaic law.
(d) Divine law.

4. Which former U.S. President does Lincoln admire?
(a) Thomas Jefferson.
(b) Andrew Jackson.
(c) James Buchanan.
(d) Millard Fillmore.

5. Who is Joseph Aubuchon?
(a) A Missouri civilian tried for treason in a military commission.
(b) A Union soldier tried for treason in a military commission.
(c) A Confederate soldier tried for treason in a military commission.
(d) The District Attorney for Missouri in 1862.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of state is Missouri described as being in Chapter 2?

2. How are disloyal citizens tried in Chapter 2?

3. Which unpopular bill does Congress pass on July 17, 1862?

4. What is the Militia Act designed to prevent?

5. What do William Seward and George McClelland approve in Chapter 1?

(see the answer key)

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