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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens at the end of Act 2, Scene 4 that proves Lincoln's claim that he is a social success?
(a) Ninian Edwards invites Lincoln home for dinner.
(b) Nancy Green accepts a job as his social secretary to keep track of his dates.
(c) Josh Speed introduces Lincoln to his sister.
(d) Mary Todd sends Lincoln a thank-you note for a pleasant evening the previous week.

2. What is the wedding gift Ninian has brought Abe?
(a) A fine, silver-headed cane.
(b) A stovepipe hat that will become Lincon's signature.
(c) A silver box of fine cigars.
(d) A slave.

3. What is Billy Herndon's flaw?
(a) He drinks too much and too often.
(b) He is a womanizer.
(c) He kills compulsively.
(d) He cheats at cards.

4. Ninian Andrews arrives at Lincoln's office and learns about a sad event. What is it?
(a) Lincoln's dog, Rufus, has been killed in a hunting mishap.
(b) The death of Lincoln's friend, Bowling Green.
(c) Seth Gale's mother is dead of malaria.
(d) Jack Armstrong is in jail for murder.

5. Who is with Lincoln at the beginning of Act 2, Scene 6?
(a) Bowling Green.
(b) Josh Speed.
(c) Seth Gale.
(d) Ann Rutledge.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Lincoln surprise Ann Rutledge while she is clearing tables during Act 1, Scene 2?

2. Who does Lincoln blame for all the political strife in the country?

3. What does Lincoln's companion think of Lincoln's plan for his wedding?

4. Who have Bowling Green, Ninian Edwards and Josh Speed come to New Salem to see?

5. What organization wants Lincoln to give a speech?

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