1. Does Lincoln agree, in Act 2, Scene 6, with Josh's suggestion about his mental health?
(a) Yes, he says he's at the end of his rope and must have release from the wedding.
(b) No, he believes he has good reasons for his decision.
(c) He isn't sure, but he admits having hallucinations.
(d) Yes, he knows he is losing his mind--that's why he wants to run away.

2. In Scene 2, Act 4, Lincoln receives a letter from his old friend, Seth Gale. What is Gale worrying about?
(a) Gale's property taxes are going sky-high to pay for liberation of the slaves.
(b) The possible annexation of Texas, which would result in the extension of slavery through all the territories.
(c) His wife's increasingly bizarre behavior.
(d) The prospect of his father's death and the debts he will inherit.

3. What does Ann's love do for Lincoln?
(a) Her love makes him believe in God, believe that all things are possible, and he can do anything he wants.
(b) Her love makes him weak at the knees and fuzzy in his thoughts; he knows he can't make anything of himself.
(c) Her love makes him irritable because she is so needy.
(d) Her love inspires him to write great poetry.

4. What do Josh Speed and Bowling Green think might be the result, if slavery spreads further across the South?
(a) The South could overthrow the existing government and move the Capitol to Virginia.
(b) The British would reassert power over the colonies.
(c) Lincoln could be drafted to head the military.
(d) Civil war might break out.

5. How does the weather complement Lincoln's mood when he arrives at the home of the Greens' with news of Ann's death?
(a) The wind howls in agony along with him.
(b) The weather is as stormy as his mood.
(c) A blizzard settles in, reflecting the cold that has settled in his heart.
(d) The weather is as clear as his conscience.