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Mark E. Neely, Jr.

The Fate of Liberty Quiz

Mark E. Neely, Jr.
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The Fate of Liberty Quiz

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1)

What concerns do Union commanders have about Confederate deserters? (from Chapter 4)

They are setting a bad example for Union soldiers.
They may damage the morale of Union soldiers.
They might spread disease.
They might be spies.
2)

Who is Mary Surratt? (from Epilogue)

One of the first female newspaper reporters in America.
A woman accused of conspiring to assassinate President Lincoln.
The sister of Robert E. Lee.
A Southern housewife.
3)

Which fraudulent company's office does the War Department raid in 1864? (from Chapter 5)

Bell & Green.
Bell South.
Green Brothers, Inc.
John Deere.
4)

What is the verdict in Joseph Griffin's case? (from Chapter 4)

Mr. Griffin is awarded damages equaling the cost of his inventory.
Captain Wilcox does have the right to arrest Mr. Griffin.
Mr. Griffin is jailed for being a Confederate sympathizer.
Captain Wilcox does not have the right to arrest Mr. Griffin.
5)

Who intervenes on Abraham Friedenreich's behalf? (from Chapter 5)

Charles Dana.
Andrew Jackson.
President Lincoln.
James Buchanan.
6)

Which 20th century historian depicts Lincoln as a merciful humanitarian caught in between preserving the Union and violating civil rights? (from Chapter 6)

James G. Randall.
Dean Sprague.
Frank Klement.
James McPherson.
7)

According to Lincoln, what does habeas corpus symbolize? (from Epilogue)

American safety.
The rights of free men.
A privilege that has been confused as a right.
American freedom.
8)

In 1897, what does William Archibald Dunning consider Lincoln? (from Epilogue)

A hero.
A villain.
A dictator.
A puppet.
9)

What book does James G. Randall write that criticizes Lincoln's habeas corpus policy? (from Chapter 6)

Mr. Lincoln's Forts.
A Savage Conflict.
Arming the Suckers 1861-1865.
Constitutional Problems under Lincoln.
10)

Why does the War Department arrest John N. Eitel in 1865? (from Chapter 5)

For exercising freedom of expression.
For running good through blockades.
For brokering Army enlistments.
For bringing illegal goods across picket lines.
11)

Which state has the most military trials? (from Chapter 8)

Louisiana.
Kentucky.
Georgia.
Missouri.
12)

In Chapter 6, what are the primary reasons for most arrests of Northern citizens? (from Chapter 6)

Contraband trading, desertion, and draft dodging.
Theft and looting.
Freedom of speech and civil liberty issues.
White collar crimes.
13)

In Chapter 5, why does the Union Army close down nine firms and arrest 97 employees and owners? (from Chapter 5)

For bringing illegal goods across picket lines.
For running good through blockades.
For selling alcohol to Union troops.
For brokering Army enlistments.
14)

Who is the presidential nominee for the Democratic party in 1864? (from Chapter 9)

George B. McClellan.
John V. L. Pruyn.
Sidney Cromwell.
Abraham Lincoln.
15)

What precedent is set in Joseph Griffin's case? (from Chapter 4)

Financial remuneration must be given to private citizens.
The suspension of habeas corpus legalizes military arrest.
Suspected sympathizers have no rights.
The suspension of habeas corpus does not legalize wrongful arrest.
16)

In reviewing the "U.S. Army Court Martial Cases" of 1863-65, why does Lincoln sometimes disagree with Holt? (from Chapter 8)

He is more lenient and merciful.
They are of opposing political parties.
He likes to point out procedural technicalities.
He is more strict and judgmental.
17)

In Chapter 9, what does Andrew D. Duff predict President Lincoln will not allow in November of 1864? (from Chapter 9)

Voting.
Public assemblies.
Thanksgiving.
Travel.
18)

With what crime is Skipper F. N. Bonneau charged? (from Chapter 7)

Treason.
Battery.
Piracy.
Theft.
19)

Who is John Quincy Adams's political nemesis? (from Chapter 10)

George B. McClellan.
Thomas Jefferson.
Abraham Lincoln.
Sidney Cromwell.
20)

Who authors Lincoln's first biography? (from Epilogue)

Sydney George Fisher.
Nathaniel W. Stephenson.
James G. Randall.
William A. Dunning.
21)

Why are modern historians unable to replicate or confirm Colonel F. C. Ainsworth's study? (from Chapter 6)

His notes and journals have been lost.
The National Archives will not release the records.
The great fire of 1906 destroyed most of the records.
His bureau has been abolished and surviving records are incomplete.
22)

How does General Grant propose to exchange civilian hostages? (from Chapter 7)

By social class.
By gender, then age.
In a designated neutral town.
By age.
23)

Which famous church is raided and looted by Union troops in 1861? (from Chapter 6)

New Hope Church.
Ambrose Chapel Church.
Pohick church.
St. Croix.
24)

Who is Wes Bogan? (from Chapter 8)

A slave who sues for his freedom.
A wealthy businessman arrested for blockade running.
A black man tried for the murder of his ex-master.
A grocer arrested for bringing illegal goods across picket lines.
25)

Who is Samuel E. Perkins? (from Chapter 4)

A Democratic journalist and Indiana Justice.
An Illinois journalist.
The district attorney of Indiana..
A Illinois lawyer.
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